Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL Metro Area

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL · Metro Area

6,249,291Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties, part of the Miami-Port St. Lucie-Fort Lauderdale, FL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $76,527
Median home value: $443,300
Land area: 5,077 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Miami-Dade County, FL	Central	2,738,356	$71,753	$463,000
Broward County, FL	Central	1,977,129	$77,633	$414,600
Palm Beach County, FL	Central	1,533,806	$83,581	$447,300

Largest cities and towns

167 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Miami, FL	City	459,745	$62,462
Hialeah, FL	City	226,165	$55,594
Fort Lauderdale, FL	City	185,604	$83,130
Pembroke Pines, FL	City	173,194	$85,104
Hollywood, FL	City	155,082	$67,203
Miramar, FL	City	138,600	$89,125
Coral Springs, FL	City	136,103	$93,602
West Palm Beach, FL	City	122,290	$73,446
Pompano Beach, FL	City	114,147	$67,195
Miami Gardens, FL	City	113,177	$63,627
Davie, FL	Town	108,346	$87,250
Boca Raton, FL	City	100,234	$106,273
Sunrise, FL	City	97,918	$77,652
Plantation, FL	City	96,293	$92,541
Deerfield Beach, FL	City	88,093	$59,730
Homestead, FL	City	82,807	$65,423
Miami Beach, FL	City	82,031	$72,856
Boynton Beach, FL	City	81,435	$70,074
Kendall, FL	CDP	79,562	$87,325
Doral, FL	City	79,216	$94,164
Lauderhill, FL	City	74,896	$51,165
Tamarac, FL	City	73,019	$61,718
Weston, FL	City	68,837	$139,825
Delray Beach, FL	City	67,979	$82,041
Wellington, FL	Village	62,146	$115,632

Also in the Miami-Port St. Lucie-Fort Lauderdale, FL combined area

Port St. Lucie, FL · metro · 522,676 Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL · metro · 166,936 Key West-Key Largo, FL · micro · 81,860 Okeechobee, FL · micro · 40,816

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Unemployment

5.1%

College Educated

36.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$76,527

Mean Household Income

$113,470

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.0%

Female

51.0%

Population Split

Male49.0%

Female51.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Italian4.8%

German4.1%

Irish4.0%

English3.2%

Mexican2.4%

Polish1.7%

French1.1%

African0.8%

Scottish0.6%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

42.4%Foreign Born

57.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized59.4%

Non-Citizen40.6%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later36.5%

Before 201063.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

2,680,465

Median Rent

$1,869/mo

Median Home Value

$443,300

Median Year Built

1982

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

1,412,315

College Enrollment

21.5%

High School

21.1%

College Educated

36.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

29.3 min

Drive Alone Rate

69.2%

Public Transit

2.4%

Work From Home

14.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.0%

18-34 Years

20.6%

35-64 Years

40.2%

65+ Years

19.2%

Population Composition

Under 1820.0%

18-3420.6%

35-6440.2%

65+19.2%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

43.7%

Single Parent

6.4%

Living Alone

28.0%

Avg Size

2.64

Household Types

Married Couples43.7%

Single Parent6.4%

Living Alone28.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$43,766

SNAP Usage

16.4%

Health Insurance

86.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.9%

$25k - $50k17.6%

$50k - $100k28.2%

$100k+38.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

4.7%

Retail Trade

11.2%

Education & Health Care

20.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

86.9%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

90.9%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

114.2

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

81.0

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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