Miami, Florida
Gateway to Latin America
U.S. News (2025)
#72 Best Places to Live
Forbes (2024)
#8 Best Cities for International Business
WhereAtHome Score
64.3
Dout of 100
Overview
Miami is a global city with international flair, serving as a bridge between the U.S. and Latin America. The city offers beaches, nightlife, and cultural diversity unmatched in the Southeast. No state income tax has attracted finance and tech companies, though high housing costs and hurricane risk are significant factors.
Key Highlights
- International business and finance hub
- World-famous beaches and nightlife
- Gateway to Latin America and Caribbean
- No state income tax
- Art Deco architecture and cultural diversity
- Major cruise port
Key Metrics
2024 Presidential Election
Miami-Dade County (county-level results)
Source: County-level results from MIT Election Data + Science Lab. Learn more
Climate
Summer High
91°F
Winter Low
60°F
Annual Rainfall
62"
Sunny Days
249
Amenities & Infrastructure
100+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
10 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
5 Universities
Higher education institutions
Public Transit Available
Bus, rail, or metro service
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
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Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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