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Miami Gardens

Pop. 113,177·43rd most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,775/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.5%
Month-over-Month
-2.5%
vs US Median
+$810
Falling (Monthly)
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Miami Gardens · $2,775
More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
71/100
Good value
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Rents are 10% below what Miami Gardens's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,775/mo
Expected by trend
$3,096/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,600
1 BR
$1,775
2 BR
$2,185
3 BR
$2,830
4 BR+
$3,340
Research median
$2,185/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$33,300/yr
At $2,775/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Miami Gardens, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
113,177
Median income
$63,627
Median age
39.4
Renters
35.6%
Age distribution
22.7%
21.7%
27%
12.1%
16.6%
Under 1822.7%
18–3421.7%
35–5427%
55–6412.1%
65+16.6%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
60.3%
36.3%
White10.2%
Black60.3%
Hispanic36.3%
Education (25+)
16.1%
38.8%
27%
18.1%
No HS diploma16.1%
HS diploma38.8%
Some college27%
Bachelor's+18.1%
Housing tenure
64.4%
35.6%
Owner64.4%
Renter35.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Miami Gardens, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,819 → $2,775
up 52.6%
Income
$51,067 → $63,627
up 24.6%
Population
111,706 → 113,177
up 1.3%
Renter share
34.2% → 35.6%
+1.4 pts
Bachelor's+
16.3% → 18.1%
+1.8 pts
Median age
37.3 → 39.4
+2.1 yrs

The median rent in Miami Gardens, FL stood at $1,819 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,775, reflecting a 52.6% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $63,627 today, compared with $51,067 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.3% since 2021, moving from about 111,706 residents to roughly 113,177. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Miami Gardens rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Miami Gardens. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Miami Gardens, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Miami Gardens is $2,775/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,600/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,185/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,775/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,830/mo.

At 52% of local median household income ($63,627/yr), Miami Gardens ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Miami Gardens an affordable city for renters?

Miami Gardens is considered expensive for renters. At $2,775/mo, rent takes approximately 52% of the local median household income ($63,627/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Miami Gardens significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Miami Gardens?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $111,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,775/mo in Miami Gardens. The local median household income is $63,627/yr, meaning the typical Miami Gardens household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Miami Gardens?

Rent in Miami Gardens has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Miami Gardens neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Miami Gardens are 33169 ($2,295/mo), and 33056 ($2,674/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Miami Gardens is $2,775/mo.

How does Miami Gardens rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Miami Gardens is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #43 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,775/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Miami Gardens?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Miami Gardens ($2,775/mo): Golden Glades ($2,151/mo), West Park ($2,284/mo), Opa-locka ($2,328/mo).

What percentage of Miami Gardens residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Miami Gardens households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Miami Gardens leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Miami Gardens rent compare to the national average?

Miami Gardens's median rent of $2,775/mo is $810 (41%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #43 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
52%
EXPENSIVE

At $2,775/mo, rent takes ~52% of Miami Gardens's median household income ($63,627/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Miami Gardens 52%Benchmark 30%
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