Hialeah, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Hialeah, FL Utility & Living Guide

Hialeah is a city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. With a population of 223,109 as of the 2020 census, it is the sixth-largest city in Florida.

Last updated: July 8, 2026
Total Utilities$295/mo
1BR Rent$1312/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$324,300
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Living in Hialeah, summers are hot, with Aug highs around 88.6°F, while winters stay mild, with Jan lows rarely below 59.5°F. At just 0 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. Annual rainfall reaches 76.1 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Median household income: $49,531. With a 17.8% poverty rate and 47.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Miami Design District (6mi E), Miami Lakes (6mi N), Opa-locka (6mi N). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 59 over the past week.
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Living in Hialeah, summers are hot, with Aug highs around 88.6°F, while winters stay mild, with Jan lows rarely below 59.5°F. At just 0 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. Annual rainfall reaches 76.1 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Median household income: $49,531. With a 17.8% poverty rate and 47.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Miami Design District (6mi E), Miami Lakes (6mi N), Opa-locka (6mi N). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 59 over the past week.
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
🔥 Gas

$40/mo

N/A
💧 Water

$45/mo

City of Hialeah Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

City of Hialeah Sanitation
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$295/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1312/mo
2 Bedrooms$1458/mo
3 Bedrooms$1822/mo
Median Home Price$324,300
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Hialeah’s housing market is competitive with rising prices due to its proximity to Miami. Renters may find better deals compared to nearby cities.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 1.5%</p>

Florida has no state income tax.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

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Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in logistics, retail, and healthcare.
Top Local Concerns
traffic congestion, rising rents, flood risks
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks are improving.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Hialeah Park Racing & Casino
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    Amelia Earhart Park
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    Goodlet Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Palm Springs Estates and Westview offer family-friendly communities with parks. Homes here are more affordable than in central Miami.

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📊 Hialeah — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$49,531
👤 Median Age
45.5
🏠 Homeownership Rate
47.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
52.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
17.8%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.7%
📡 Internet Access
78.5%
🎓 College Educated
16.6%
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Data sourced from BLS, HUD, Numbeo, SmartAsset, and local government sources. US Census Bureau ACS 2022, Wikipedia

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