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South Miami Heights, FL

South Miami Heights is a census-designated place (CDP), originally known as Eureka, in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is part of the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. The population was 36,770 as of the 2020 census.

South Miami Heights is located 17 miles (27 km) southwest of downtown Miami at 25°35′20″N 80°23′7″W (25.588784, -80.385209). It is bordered to the east by Cutler Bay, to the south by Goulds, to the northwest by Richmond West, and to the northeast by West Perrine. It is bordered to the north by Thompson Memorial Park and Zoo Miami.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 5.0 square miles (13 km²), of which 0.08 square miles (0.21 km²), or 1.52%, is water

In 2000, the median income for a household in the CDP was $34,899, and the median income for a family was $37,457. Males had a median income of $25,768 versus $22,080 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $12,315. About 14.8% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.9% of those under age 18 and 24.3% of those age 65 or over.

As of 2000, speakers of Spanish as a first language accounted for 58.06% of residents, while English made up 40.16%, French was at 0.94%, and French Creole was the mother tongue of 0.81% of the population.

South Miami Heights places a strong emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents. The city also offers access to healthcare facilities such as South Miami Hospital, ensuring that residents have comprehensive medical services within reach. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a luxurious retreat with a range of treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies. The Breakers Palm Beach is situated in Palm Beach. This historic resort features a lavish spa offering ocean-inspired treatments, wellness programs, and beauty services. Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts a stunning design and a wide array of services such as massages, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy. Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton, offers a tranquil setting with personalized treatments, relaxation lounges, and a full-service salon. The Spa at Naples Grande provides a peaceful atmosphere with services like massages, facials, and body wraps, along with a private outdoor meditation lounge.

Top sites in South Miami Heights, FL are Zoo Miami, Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.

Population: 37,525 (2023). ZIP code: 33157. Area codes: 305, 786, 645. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Area: 4.98 sq mi (12.91 km²).

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What makes South Miami Heights, FL famous?

South Miami Heights, Florida is located in Miami-Dade county providing residents entertainment options from exploring Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park to swimming at Ludlam Trail Aquatic Center combined with shops like Shops at Sunset Place and job prospects through Memorial Regional Hospital Mega metro area set in the coastal plains and beaches of Florida. Primary industries include tourism and finance. Noteworthy features include a shoreline and retirement destination. - Positioned on the southeastern coast of Florida, 50 miles southwest of Fort Lauderdale and 60 miles south of West Palm Beach.

Is it good to live in South Miami Heights, FL?

South Miami Heights is a suburb of Miami with a population of 35,705. South Miami Heights is in Miami-Dade County. Living in South Miami Heights offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In South Miami Heights there are a lot of parks.

What are the demographics of South Miami Heights, FL?

As of the census of 2000, there were 33,522 people, 9,931 households, and 7,994 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 6,800.4 people per square mile (2,625.3/km2). There were 10,364 housing units at an average density of 2,102.5/sq mi (811.7/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 55.47% White (11.2% Non-Hispanic White), 30.32% African American, 0.28% Native American, 1.83% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 6.85% from other races, and 5.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 56.17% of the population.

Sources

Miami-Dade County

Wikipedia

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Bestplaces

South Miami Hospital

Ritz-Carlton Spa

Breakers Palm Beach

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton

The Spa at Naples Grande

Zoo Miami

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

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