If you are moving to Miami, the Florida DHSMV says new residents must get a Florida driver license within 30 days of establishing residency and title and register vehicles within 10 days. The Census Bureau reports median gross rent of $1,758 and a median owner-occupied home value of $518,100 (2020–2024), with 30.8% of units owner-occupied. These are citywide medians; neighborhoods differ. Some Florida pages state a 30-day vehicle window, so confirm with FLHSMV. This is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
Miami at a glance (U.S. Census Bureau)
| Measure | Value | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Population estimate | 489,812 | July 1, 2025 |
| Population (decennial census) | 442,241 | April 1, 2020 |
| Median gross rent | $1,758 | 2020–2024 |
| Median value of owner-occupied housing units | $518,100 | 2020–2024 |
| Owner-occupied housing unit rate | 30.8% | 2020–2024 |
| Median household income | $62,462 | 2020–2024 |
| Land area | 36.00 square miles | 2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts.
First 90 days checklist
- Driver license (30 days): FLHSMV says new residents need a Florida license within 30 days of establishing residency.
- Vehicle (10 days): FLHSMV's new-resident page says to obtain Florida insurance and title and register vehicles within 10 days.
- Housing: compare areas on the neighborhoods guide and the real estate guide; verify licensees with Florida DBPR.
- Hiring help: check contractors with Florida DBPR.
- Non-emergency services: Miami-Dade 311; 211 Miami for services; 988 for crisis support.
Getting around
Metrorail and Metrobus are $2.25; Metromover is free. See transportation.
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