Miami’s population grew last year, according to newly released Census Bureau data.
As of July 1, 2023, the City of Miami’s estimated population stood at 455,924. That is an increase from the estimate of 450,014 residents on the same date in 2022. According to an Axios analysis, Miami’s 1.31% growth rate in 2023 was one of the top ten for large cities in the U.S. last year.
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Miami Population Growth: Latest Census Data
Since this article was originally published, the U.S. Census Bureau has released newer population estimates for the City of Miami.
The latest Census Bureau estimate puts Miami’s population at 489,812 as of July 1, 2025. The Census Bureau also reports that the city’s population increased by 10.8% from the 2020 estimates base through July 2025.
These updated figures provide a more current view of Miami population growth and show how the city’s population has changed since the 2023 estimate discussed above.
Miami Population by Year
Looking at population estimates over time provides additional context for understanding Miami’s demographic changes.
The figures reported in this article include the following estimates:
| Year | Estimated Population |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 450,014 |
| 2023 | 455,924 |
| 2025 | 489,812 |
The 2022 and 2023 figures were included in the original article, while the 2025 figure reflects the latest available Census Bureau estimate.
Because population estimates can be revised as new Census data becomes available, the latest Census Bureau release should be used when evaluating current population trends.
What Is Miami’s Population in 2026?
The most recent completed Census Bureau population estimate currently available is for July 1, 2025, when Miami’s estimated population was 489,812.
A 2026 population estimate may become available as part of a future Census Bureau population estimate release. Until then, the 2025 estimate provides the latest official benchmark for the City of Miami.
Miami-Dade County Population
The City of Miami is part of the much larger Miami-Dade County market.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Miami-Dade County had an estimated population of 2,802,029 as of July 1, 2025.
Looking at the county provides additional context because population, business and real estate activity extend well beyond the City of Miami.
Why Miami Population Growth Matters
Changes in population can affect the demand for housing, businesses, services, employment and transportation throughout the region.
For businesses and investors, population trends can also provide useful background when evaluating locations and market conditions. However, population growth is only one factor to consider when evaluating a property or market.
Other factors can include employment trends, infrastructure, property availability, rental rates, vacancy, accessibility and broader economic conditions.
Miami Population Growth and Commercial Real Estate
Population changes can provide useful context for businesses and investors evaluating Miami commercial real estate.
As businesses respond to changing customer bases, workforce needs and market conditions, location can become an important consideration. Access to transportation, employees, customers, airports, highways and other businesses can all play a role in commercial property decisions.
Miami-Dade includes a wide range of commercial real estate submarkets, including Doral, Medley, Hialeah, Miami Airport West, Miami Airport East, Miami Gardens and Opa-locka.
For businesses and investors evaluating commercial property, population data can therefore be one part of a broader market analysis.
Miami Population Trends to Watch in 2026
As 2026 progresses, population estimates and demographic trends will continue to provide useful information about the Miami market.
Businesses, investors and property owners can monitor:
- Changes in Miami population
- Miami-Dade County population trends
- Business and employment growth
- Commercial property demand
- Industrial and warehouse activity
- New development
- Transportation and infrastructure changes
- Conditions across Miami-Dade submarkets
Population statistics alone do not determine real estate performance, but they can help provide context when combined with current market data.
Commercial Real Estate in Miami
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For businesses and investors evaluating commercial property, understanding local market conditions, population trends and individual submarkets can help inform real estate decisions.