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Miramar, FL

Miramar is a city in southern Broward County, Florida, United States. It is a key suburb of the Miami metropolitan area, which was home to 6.14 million people in 2020. As of the 2020 census, the population was 134,721, making it the second-largest city in Broward County, the fourth-largest city in the Miami metro area, and the 11th-largest city in Florida.

Miramar was founded by A.L. Mailman to serve as a "bedroom community" for nearby Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Mailman bought the original property he was to develop from H.D. Perry Sr. in 1953. He built 56 homes on the property that were inexpensive homes of concrete and flat roofs. These homes sold quickly because of the low cost of both the homes and the land, and the city of Miramar came into being.

The city was incorporated on May 26, 1955, and was named for the Miramar area of Havana, Cuba where Mailman had a summer home (Miramar translates to "look at the sea" in Spanish). At the time of incorporation, the city had a population of less than 200 people. With approximately 2.9 square miles of land area, Miramar's original city boundaries were Southwest 64 Avenue on the east, University Drive on the west, the Dade County line on the south, and Pembroke Road on the north. On June 20, 1955, the city's first mayor (Robert Gordon) and city council were sworn in, all of whom were appointed by the governor and served until January 1959, at which time the first municipal election was held. Mayor Robert Gordon is the individual who is attributed to have given the city its name. The city seal is inscribed with the motto "Beauty and Progress".

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 31.3 square miles (81.0 km²), of which 29.5 square miles (76.5 km²) is land and 1.8 square miles (4.6 km²) (5.66%) is water. A 2017 study put the city in fifth place for US cities most vulnerable to coastal flooding, with 93,000 residents living within FEMA's coastal floodplain.

As of 2000, Miramar had the fifth highest percentage of Jamaican residents in the United States, with 15.4% of the populace, the 58th highest percentage of Colombian residents in the US, at 2.51% of the city's population, and the 48th highest percentage of Cuban residents in the US, at 8.77% of the city's population. It also had the 78th most Dominicans in the US, at 1.98%, while it had the 31st highest percentage of Haitians (tied with West Little River), at 6% of all residents. Miramar's Trinidadian community had the 12th highest percentage of residents, which was at 1.2% (tied with Wheatley Heights, New York, and Neptune City, New Jersey).

Health and wellness are paramount in Miramar, with several facilities and initiatives dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle. The Miramar Health and Wellness Center stands as a testament to the city's commitment to the well-being of its residents, offering a range of healthcare services and wellness programs. Select Physical Therapy offers comprehensive physical therapy services, including orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, manual therapy, and specialized programs for various conditions. CORA Physical Therapy provides personalized physical therapy programs for musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, balance and fall prevention, and occupational therapy services. Results Physiotherapy offers evidence-based physical therapy treatments for pain management, sports injuries, spine conditions, and neurological disorders. Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy) provides individualized rehabilitation programs, sports performance enhancement, work injury prevention, and wellness services. HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.

Top sites in Miramar, FL are Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, Hard Rock Stadium, Miramar Regional Park, and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.

Population: 138,319 (2023). ZIP codes: 33023, 33025, 33027, 33029. Area codes: 754, 954. Elevation: 9 ft (2 m). Area: 31.08 sq mi (80.50 km²).

FAQs

Is Miramar, FL a good place to live?

Living in Miramar offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Miramar, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Miramar and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Miramar are above average.

Is Miramar, FL expensive to live in?

Living in Miramar, FL can be expensive compared to the US average. The median value for a house in Miramar is $479,800, which is significantly higher than the US average of $338,100. Additionally, the cost of living in Miramar is 118.2 compared to the national average of 100. This means that day-to-day costs such as groceries, utilities, and housing will be more expensive compared to other areas of the United States. Therefore anyone considering a move to Miramar should factor in these higher costs when budgeting for their new home.

What is the crime rate in Miramar, FL?

Miramar has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Miramar is 1 in 88. How does Miramar fare compared to other communities in Florida of all population sizes? Miramar's crime rate is lower than approximately 53% of Florida communities.

Sources

City of Miramar

Wikipedia

Niche

Best Places

Neighborhood Scout

Miramar Health and Wellness Center

Select Physical Therapy

CORA Physical Therapy

Results Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy)

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

Hard Rock Stadium

Miramar Regional Park

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

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