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Miami GardensFL averageUS Census ACS
Population
111,264
Per-capita income
$25,033
Median home value
$337,200
Bachelor's or higher
18%
Typical home value $474,495 +1% yr/yr · +42.4% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Wed Oct 14, 2026

City Council

Miami Gardens City Council meeting scheduled for October 14, 2026

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City of Miami Gardens City Council Agenda October 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman LaToya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman LaToya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman LaToya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman LaToya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman LaToya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman LaToya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Steph …
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Wed Sep 23, 2026

City Council

Miami Gardens City Council meeting scheduled for September 23, 2026

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City of Miami Gardens City Council Agenda September 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Ste …
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Wed Sep 23, 2026

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

CRA Board to consider Fiscal Year 2027 budget

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. If approved, the City Manager is authorized to submit supporting documents and reports to Miami-Dade County.

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City of Miami Gardens Community Redevelopment Agency Board Agenda Community Redevelopment Agency Board Agenda September 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Latoya D. Porter Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Latoya D. Porter Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Latoya D. Porter Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Latoya D. Porter Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Latoya D. Porter Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Latoya D. Porter Boa …
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Wed Sep 23, 2026

Special City Council Meeting - 2nd Budget Hearing

Miami Gardens holds second budget hearing

The City Council is convening for a special meeting to conduct the second budget hearing. The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative notices.

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City of Miami Gardens Special City Council Meeting - 2nd Budget Hearing Agenda Special City Council Meeting - 2nd Budget Hearing Agenda September 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Latoya D. Porter Councilwoman Linda …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Special City Council Meeting - 1st Budget Hearing

Miami Gardens holds first public hearing for 2026-2027 budget and millage rates

The City Council is conducting a public hearing to propose millage rates and the city budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The council will discuss operating and debt service rates before a final hearing scheduled for September 23, 2026.

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City of Miami Gardens Special City Council Meeting - 1st Budget Hearing Agenda September 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien Staff: City Manager Cameron Benson City Attorney Sonja K. Dickens, Esq. City Clerk Mario Bataille, CMC Contact: Council Chambers Miami Gardens, Florida 33056 Phone: (305) 914-9010 Fax: (305) 914-9033 Website: www.miamigardens-fl.gov Livestream: https://miamigardens.civicweb.net/Portal/Video.aspx Next Budget Hearing Date: September 23, 2026 **Special Notice to the Public** The City Council meeting will be livestreamed on the City's website via the Agenda Web Portal at https://miamigardens.civicweb.net/Portal/Video.aspx and YouTube Live. Any member of the public who wishes to submit written communication can do so by emailing the City Clerk at least one hour prior to the meeting at [email protected]. All written communication will be recorded in the minutes and forwarded to the Mayor and City Council. Citizen participation is governed by Section 2-60 of the City of Miami Gardens Code. Public comments are limited to matters within the scope of jurisdiction of the City Council. Each person, other than members of the city staff, who addresses the City Council shall give their name, address and whether the person is speaking on his or h …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Special City Council Meeting

Special City Council Meeting scheduled for September 8, 2026

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City of Miami Gardens Special City Council Meeting Agenda September 8, 2026 at 4:45 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Paul V. Wilson, Jr. Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien Staff: City Manager Cameron …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Special City Council Meeting

Special City Council Meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026

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City of Miami Gardens Special City Council Meeting Agenda July 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien Staff: City Manager Cameron Benson City Attorney Sonja K. Dickens, Esq. City Clerk Mario Bataille, MMC Staff: City Man …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026

City Council

City Council considers renaming Miami Gardens Performing Arts Center

The City Council will discuss several add-on resolutions, including a request to rename the city's performing arts center. The body is also considering the acceptance of equipment donations from FIFAWC2026 and the allocation of public affairs funds.

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City of Miami Gardens City Council Agenda July 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council: Mayor Rodney Harris Vice Mayor Robert Stephens, III Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin Councilman Reggie Leon Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell Councilwoman Linda Julien Staff: City Manager Cameron Benson City Attorney Sonja K. Dickens, Esq. City Clerk Mario Bataille, MMC Contact: Council Chambers 18605 NW 27th Avenue Miami Gardens, Florida 33056 Phone: (305) 914-9010 Fax: (305) 914-9033 Website: www.miamigardens-fl.gov Livestream: https://miamigardens.civicweb.net/Portal/Video.aspx Next Regular Meeting Date: September 9, 2026 **Special Notice to the Public** The City Council meeting will be livestreamed on the City's website via the Agenda Web Portal at https://miamigardens.civicweb.net/Portal/Video.aspx and YouTube Live. Any member of the public who wishes to submit written communication can do so by emailing the City Clerk at least one hour prior to the meeting at [email protected]. All written communication will be recorded in the minutes and forwarded to the Mayor and City Council. Citizen participation is governed by Section 2-60 of the City of Miami Gardens Code. Public comments are limited to matters within the scope of jurisdiction of the City Council. Each person, other than members of the city staff, who addresses the City Council shall give their name, address and whether the person is speaking on his or her own behalf, a …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

Board considers use agreement for Miami Gardens Performing Arts Center

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is discussing a use agreement between the City of Miami Gardens and the Agency. The agreement concerns the development of a Performing Arts Center on city-owned property near City Hall.

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City of Miami Gardens Community Redevelopment Agency Board Agenda Community Redevelopment Agency Board Agenda July 22, 2026 at 5:25 PM City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien City Council: Chair Rodney Harris Vice Chair Robert Stephens, III Board Member Katrina L. Baskin Board Member Reggie Leon Board Member Michelle C. Powell Board Member Linda Julien Staff: City Manager C …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$1.0MFORWARD MOTION GROUP HOLDINGS LLC
Department of Defense · 8509914594!4K & 6K FORKLIFTS
$731,343JD BROTHERS BUILDERS CO
Department of Veterans Affairs · REMEDIATE FIRE PROTECTION DEFICIENCIES
$528,144SAHAR GROUP, LLC
Department of Defense · GROUND HANDLING CRADLE
$481,616AGC EXPANSE, LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · HOUSING FOR HOMELESS VETERAN FEMALES WITH AND WITHOUT CHILDREN
$352,096SAHAR GROUP, LLC
Department of Defense · GROUND HANDLING CRADLE
$352,096SAHAR GROUP, LLC
Department of Defense · GROUND HANDLING CRADLE
$302,892SUNLIFE CORPORATE HOUSING LLC
Department of the Interior · UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES, SAFR
$294,950GREENLAND CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING L.L.C.
Department of Commerce · NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER RESTORATION OF THE EXISTING PARKING LOT, ASP
$276,052AGC EXPANSE, LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · HEALTHCARE FOR HOMELESS VETERANS TASK ORDER ONE
$262,200SUNLIFE CORPORATE HOUSING LLC
Department of Agriculture · SHORT TERM OFFICE RENTAL FOR NRCS AND FSA IN PIERCE CO, TACOMA WA

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Miami-Dade County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-40,258 people (+$484.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)15 ({"Hurricane": 23, "Freezing": 5, "Severe Storm": 5, "Fire": · last Fri Oct 11, 2024)
Traffic fatalities16 (4 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments98,394 (1,055,440 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,329/mo (2,594 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy37.5% (low numeracy 50% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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Recorded votes
79
Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.454
All kids
0.410
Black kids
0.336

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