2027 MNM LIVABILITY INDEX

Miami Lakes

Florida (FL)

Best for: Families and professionals who want a polished planned community with strong Miami access, parks and neighborhood amenities.

2027 CITY CLASSSmall City25,000–99,999 residents

Modern Livability74.6/ 100

AT A GLANCE

Everyday numbers

Population33,067

Median Home$626,400

Median Rent$2,120

Median Household Income$101,557

Cost of Living~111.8 (US=100; 2024 MSA)

Average CommuteCommute times vary widely by destination; regional trips can be lengthy at peak hours.

Unemployment~4.5% metro (Jul 2026)

Metro AreaMiami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL

2027 MODERN LIVABILITY SCORECARD

How this city actually lives

Twelve dimensions capture both hard data and the everyday experience traditional lists tend to miss.

74.6overall

Housing & Financial Reality45.0

Housing burden, taxes, insurance, utilities and what local incomes actually buy.

Ease of Living70.0

Errands, commute friction, parking, services and the effort required for daily life.

Safety & Stability88.0

Personal, neighborhood, road and environmental stability.

Economic Opportunity84.0

Jobs, wages, career mobility, employer diversity and economic resilience.

Health & Wellness78.0

Healthcare access, activity, mental wellness, healthy food and environmental health.

Beauty & Sense of Place74.0

Scenery, architecture, trees, cleanliness, public realm and distinct sense of place.

Mobility & Congestion70.0

Traffic delay, commute reliability, walking, cycling and transit usefulness.

Nature & Escape72.0

Trails, water, mountains, parks, public lands and how easily residents can escape.

Diversity & Belonging78.0

Diversity, integration, accessibility, newcomer friendliness and community connection.

Climate & Environment84.0

Comfortable weather, air quality, severe weather and environmental exposure.

Community & Culture76.0

Restaurants, arts, events, third places, recreation and social life.

Infrastructure & Connectivity82.0

Broadband, utilities, airport, highways, transit and essential connectivity.

THE THINGS OLD-SCHOOL LISTS MISS

What daily life feels like

Traffic / CongestionModerate to high. South Florida traffic creates recurring peak-hour delay, and cross-county trips can become slow and unpredictable.

Weekend EscapeExcellent. Atlantic beaches, waterways, the Everglades, the Keys and a deep regional dining and culture scene create abundant weekend options.

WalkabilityModerate. Selected districts are comfortable on foot, but most households still rely on a car for many daily errands.

Airport AccessExcellent regional air access. Miami International, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood and Palm Beach International provide extensive domestic and international service.

Outdoor AccessGood to very good. Parks, trails and regional recreation are accessible, with the exact mix depending on neighborhood and driving distance.

Healthcare AccessStrong to exceptional regional healthcare access, with hospital, specialty and outpatient options available locally or within the surrounding metro.

Air QualityGenerally favorable with coastal airflow, though heat, humidity, pollen, Saharan dust and occasional smoke or ozone events can reduce comfort.

Third Places / Social LifeGood. Parks, restaurants, community centers and neighborhood commercial areas provide gathering places, though most are reached by car.

EDITORIAL VIEW

More than a number

Trajectory: Stable

WHY IT STANDS OUT

Why we chose it

Miami Lakes stands out in the 2027 MNM Livability Index for planned neighborhoods; parks; strong household income; miami job access; airport access; family amenities. Its profile balances housing, everyday ease, safety, opportunity, wellness, beauty, mobility, nature, belonging, climate, culture and infrastructure rather than relying on one traditional statistic. The clearest tradeoffs are high housing costs; south florida traffic; storm and insurance exposure; limited housing variety.

REAL LIFE