Cost of Living in Miami Gardens, FL

With a cost of living index of 119, Miami Gardens, FL is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 19% more expensive than the national average and 8% above the Florida state average of 110. As a major city with a population of 111,264, Miami Gardens offers a wide range of housing options, employment opportunities, and urban amenities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Miami Gardens's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,709 (30% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $337,200 (11% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.5x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Miami Gardens is $60,979, which is 19% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 34% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Miami Gardens. The area sees an average annual temperature of 77.3°F, with summers averaging 84°F and winters around 70°F. Annual rainfall totals 62 inches spread over roughly 148 days.

Everyday prices in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.