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Miami Beach, Florida Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Miami Beach, Florida is 81,319 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 40th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $67,014, the median home value is $542,000, and the median age is 42.4.

The population has declined 5.1% since 2010 (87,722 → 83,251).

81,319

Population

10571

People / sq mi

$67,014

Median Income

$542,000

Median Home Value

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Miami Beach covers 7.7 sq mi of land at 10571 people per square mile.

About Miami Beach, FL

Miami Beach stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 10,571 people per square mile. With 81,319 residents, Miami Beach is a city in Florida. It ranks #40 among cities in Florida by population.

The typical household here earns about $67,014, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.6%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $542,000, with typical rent around $1,733.

Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 51.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 20.2% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.

That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Miami Beach: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.

Miami Beach city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Miami Beach city had a population of 87,722 in 2010 and 83,251 in 2024, a -5.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 90,652 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.35%.

2016 · 91K20102024
Miami Beach city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

83,251

Population (2024)

87,722

Population (2010)

90,652

Peak (2016)

-0.35%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201087,722
201188,713
201289,566
201390,152
201490,184
201590,570
201690,652
201790,642
201889,808
201988,885
202082,475
202180,893
202281,240
202382,248
202483,251

Race & Ethnicity

White56.1%
Black or African American4.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$67,014

Median Household Income

$72,301

Per Capita Income

8.6%

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$542,000

Median Home Value

$1,733

Median Rent

38.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

90.0%

High School+

51.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

7.0%

Drive Alone

47.3%

Public Transit

20.2%

Work From Home

26.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

22.2%

Foreign Born

31.6%

Non-English at Home

2.8%

Veterans

9.6%

With Disability

82.2%

Health Insurance

96.7%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Education, Health Care & Social Services21.3%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate18.1%
Professional, Scientific & Management15.0%
Information11.3%
Retail Trade5.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.8%
Construction4.8%
Manufacturing3.7%
Transportation & Warehousing3.0%
Public Administration2.1%
Agriculture & Mining0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Miami Beach, Florida has a population of 81,319 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 40th-largest city in Florida.

The median household income in Miami Beach, Florida is $67,014, with 8.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Miami Beach, Florida is $542,000, with median monthly rent at $1,733 and a homeownership rate of 38.7%.

The median age in Miami Beach, Florida is 42.4 years. The population is 51.7% male and 48.3% female.

The population has declined 5.1% since 2010 (87,722 → 83,251).


Miami Beach city, FL Climate

Miami Beach city, FL has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F) and receives about 1484 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

24.1°C

Avg Temp

1484

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Miami Beach city, FL — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January20° / 67°58 mm
February20° / 67°56 mm
March22° / 71°61 mm
April23° / 74°78 mm
May25° / 78°153 mm
June27° / 81°236 mm
July28° / 82°158 mm
August28° / 82°192 mm
September28° / 82°209 mm
October26° / 78°157 mm
November23° / 74°81 mm
December21° / 69°45 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Miami Beach city, FL

The most comfortable months to visit Miami Beach city, FL are typically December, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 16°C low). June is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.