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North Miami Beach, FL

North Miami Beach (commonly referred to as NMB) is a city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. The City of North Miami Beach is part of the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. Originally named "Fulford-by-the-Sea" in 1926, after Captain William H. Fulford of the U.S. Coast Guard, the city was renamed "North Miami Beach" in 1931. The population was 43,676 at the 2020 US census.

The approximate coordinates for the City of North Miami Beach are located in northeastern Miami-Dade County at 25°55′49″N 80°10′1″W. It is bordered to the southeast by the city of North Miami, to the southwest by unincorporated Golden Glades, to the west by the city of Miami Gardens, to the north by unincorporated Ojus, to the northeast by the city of Aventura, and the east across the Intracoastal Waterway by the city of Sunny Isles Beach.

U.S. Route 1 (Biscayne Boulevard) runs through the east side of the city, leading south 11 miles (18 km) to downtown Miami and north 14 miles (23 km) to Fort Lauderdale. Interstate 95 runs along the northwest border of the city, with access from Exit 12.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.37 square miles (13.9 km²). 4.4 square miles (11 km²) of it are land and 0.53 square miles (1.4 km²) of it (9.78%) are water.

Although the North Miami Beach boundaries once stretched to the Atlantic Ocean, the city no longer has any beaches within its limits. They are now a short distance away, within the city of Sunny Isles Beach across the Intracoastal Waterway.

The first non-indigenous settlement was platted in 1881, and was called Fulford-By-The-Sea. In the 1920s, Carl G. Fisher built an all-wooden racetrack with stands for 12,000 spectators, known as the Fulford–Miami Speedway. This event, held on February 22, 1926, dubbed the Carl G. Fisher Cup Race, was a forerunner to the auto races at Sebring and Daytona. In September 1926, after just one race, the track was destroyed by the 1926 Miami Hurricane.

The hurricane of 1926 essentially ended the South Florida real estate boom, and in an effort to alleviate their losses and the damage to the city, local residents came together as the Town of Fulford. In 1927, it was incorporated as the City of Fulford.

Health and wellness are integral to North Miami Beach's lifestyle, with numerous facilities and initiatives promoting a healthy community. The Jackson North Medical Center is a prominent healthcare provider in the city, offering a range of medical services. Orangetheory Fitness offers high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts that combine cardio and strength training for a full-body workout. YMCA provides fitness facilities, group classes, swimming pools, and community programs for people of all ages and fitness levels. Equinox offers premium fitness facilities, personalized training, group fitness classes, spa services, and wellness amenities. Crunch Fitness offers a diverse range of workouts including group fitness classes, personal training, and specialized programs like HIIT and yoga. Select Physical Therapy offers comprehensive physical therapy services, including orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, manual therapy, and specialized programs for various conditions.

Top sites in North Miami Beach, FL are The Ancient Spanish Monastery, Oleta River State Park, and Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami.

Population: 42,789 (2023). ZIP codes: 33160, 33162, 33169, 33179, 33181. Area codes: 305, 786, 645. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Area: 5.37 sq mi (13.91 km²).

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What makes North Miami Beach, FL famous?

Located midway between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale and adjacent to the Golden Glades Interchange where I-95, Florida's Turnpike, and the Palmetto Expressway meet North Miami Beach is truly at the "Crossroads of South Florida".  The central location and easy access have made North Miami Beach one of South Florida's best-known regional shopping areas and one of its most popular sites for office users. Shoppers and commuters find they can reach North Miami Beach from virtually all of South Florida in less than 30 minutes.

What are the demographics of North Miami Beach, FL?

As of 2000, 37.6% had children under 18 living with them. 44.3% were married couples, 19.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.9% were non-families. 23.9% of all households comprised individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.44.

Is North Miami Beach, FL a nice area?

Miami North Beach is a beautiful place to live. It’s a culturally diverse community with a strong sense of identity. The people are friendly and welcoming, and the scenery is beautiful. There's always something to do, whether you're exploring the local stores and restaurants or taking a walk on the beach. North Beach is the quieter and more relaxed of the three beaches in Miami.

Sources

City of North Miami Beach

Wikipedia

The Bentley Hotel

Jackson North Medical Center

Orangetheory Fitness

YMCA

Equinox

Crunch Fitness

Select Physical Therapy

The Ancient Spanish Monastery

Oleta River State Park

Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami

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