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All About

Living in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Sunny Isles Beach, Florida is a town with approximately 22,000 residents. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (26%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults figure less prominently in the demographics. Overall, the city's residents, with an average age of just over 47, are older than most cities in Florida. In terms of housing, residents are fairly evenly split between owning (51%) and renting (49%) their residence despite a relatively prohibitive average rent of $1,542 per month, significantly higher than the state average of $1,153.

Sunny Isles Beach has an average commute time of about 35 minutes, longer than the Florida average of about 29 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common mode of getting to work, chosen by 39% of residents, while public transit is not used widely. Relatively few residents (2%) walk to work, though the number surpasses the national average.

Many Sunny Isles Beach residents work in one of two industries: retail and scientific. Together, these industries account for 15% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, as 11% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of about $72,000, Sunny Isles Beach workers earn slightly more than the average Florida resident. However, Sunny Isles Beach's average income is just about on par with the national average ($73,345). Sunny Isles Beach has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 12% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Furthermore, 20% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Who Lives Here

Sunny Isles Beach Demographics

Education

High School

23%

Associate's

36%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

13%

Doctorate

2%

Family Size

2 people

64%

3 people

18%

4 people

14%

5 people

3%

6+ people

2%

Household Income

0-50k

49%

50-100k

26%

100-150k

13%

150-200k

4%

200k+

8%

Age

0-10

8%

10-20

6%

20-45

29%

45-65

31%

65+

26%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Sunny Isles Beach?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23$2200$2999$5000$7500
Aug '23$2200$3500$5650$8000
Jul '23$2200$3500$5650$8500
Jun '23$2300$3500$6000$8500
May '23$2300$4200$6000$8500
Apr '23$2250$3800$6000$7800
Mar '23$2400$2800$5500$5500
Feb '23$2400$2800$5900$5900
Jan '23$2400$4500$5500$6334
Dec '22$2400$4500$5000$6767
Nov '22$2300$2500$5000$7200
Oct '22$2300$2650$5000$7000
Sep '22$2300$2600$5000$6650

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Sunny Isles Beach

Sunny Isles Beach Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

16%

15-30 Mins

30%

30-40 Mins

18%

40-60 Mins

27%

60+ Mins

9%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 5858

Walk Score®

Percentage: 6161

Bike Score®

Percentage: 4545

Transit Score®

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Parks

Things To Do In Sunny Isles Beach

Top Score

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. 38% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. Significantly more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sunny Isles Beach serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. An average number of restaurants
  3. 72% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Sunny Isles Beach.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. 24% fewer parks than average
  3. 43% more parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Sunny Isles Beach.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 52% fewer shops than average
  3. A standard number of shops compared to areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. 36% fewer gyms than average
  3. 9% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. A high number of gas stations per resident
  2. 49% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 18% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 65% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 41% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. 70% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. A standard number of bars and clubs compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We're not mutts about Sunny Isles Beach.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 88% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 74% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An all around mediocre performance for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 50% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. A standard number of fine art centers compared to areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 69% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 67% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Sunny Isles Beach Education

Schools

Top Schools in Sunny Isles Beach

7/10

Ojus Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Fulford Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Greynolds Park Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Natural Bridge Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Sunny Isles Beach, Florida is a town with approximately 22,000 residents. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (26%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults figure less prominently in the demographics. Overall, the city's residents, with an average age of just over 47, are older than most cities in Florida. In terms of housing, residents are fairly evenly split between owning (51%) and renting (49%) their residence despite a relatively prohibitive average rent of $1,542 per month, significantly higher than the state average of $1,153.

Sunny Isles Beach has an average commute time of about 35 minutes, longer than the Florida average of about 29 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common mode of getting to work, chosen by 39% of residents, while public transit is not used widely. Relatively few residents (2%) walk to work, though the number surpasses the national average.

Many Sunny Isles Beach residents work in one of two industries: retail and scientific. Together, these industries account for 15% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, as 11% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of about $72,000, Sunny Isles Beach workers earn slightly more than the average Florida resident. However, Sunny Isles Beach's average income is just about on par with the national average ($73,345). Sunny Isles Beach has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 12% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Furthermore, 20% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.