Miami

Population growth drivers in Miami are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Miami's population was around 8,359 as of November 2025. This reflected an increase of 914 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 7,445. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,313 in June 2024 and an additional 142 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 2,786 persons per square kilometer, placing Miami in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 12.3% exceeded both the non-metro area's 8.8% and the national average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 53.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as natural growth and interstate migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data were used. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applied proportional growth weightings aligning with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth of national non-metropolitan areas was projected. The area was expected to expand by 1,793 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 20.9% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Miami among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Miami has received approximately 86 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 433 homes. As of FY-26, 42 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling has accommodated 2.1 new residents per year between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost value for new homes is $808,000, indicating a focus on premium developments.

This financial year has seen $43.3 million in commercial development approvals. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Miami has 17.0% less new development per person but ranks among the 90th percentile nationally, suggesting strong developer confidence. The current building activity comprises 9.0% detached dwellings and 91.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from existing housing patterns (32.0% houses). Miami's population is projected to increase by 85 people per approval, with an estimated addition of 1,747 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially exceeding current forecasts.

Future projections show Miami adding 1,747 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Miami has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified fifteen projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3, Miami Ice Development, Pizzey Park Sporting Complex Master Plan, and Miami Creative Industries Precinct. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Miami demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Miami has an educated workforce with diverse industry representation. Its unemployment rate is 3.1%, lower than the Queensland average of 4.1%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.7%. As of September 2025, Miami's unemployment rate is 0.9% below the rest of Queensland's rate, and workforce participation is higher at 68.0% compared to 59.1%. Key industries for employment include health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food services. Notably, professional & technical services have a high concentration with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing show lower representation at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels in Miami increased by 2.7%, with labour force growth at 2.6%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In comparison, the rest of Queensland saw employment grow by 1.7% and labour force expand by 2.1%, with a rise in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. State-wide, Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% between November 2024 and November 2025, losing 1,210 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate growth rates differing significantly between industry sectors over five and ten-year periods. Applying these projections to Miami's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Miami SA2 had a high national income level according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. Its median income among taxpayers was $57,287 and average income stood at $78,023, compared to Rest of Qld's figures of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $65,301 (median) and $88,938 (average) as of September 2025. From the Census conducted in 2021, incomes in Miami clustered around the 62nd percentile nationally. The largest income segment comprised 32.6% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 2,725 residents falling into this bracket, mirroring regional levels where 31.7% occupied this bracket. High housing costs consumed 18.9% of income in Miami, yet strong earnings placed disposable income at the 52nd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Miami displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Miami, as per the latest Census evaluation, houses accounted for 31.5% while other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, others) made up 68.5%. In contrast, Non-Metro Qld had 45.3% houses and 54.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Miami stood at 25.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.9% and rented ones at 40.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,019. The median weekly rent in Miami was $470, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $465. Nationally, Miami's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially higher at $470 compared to the national figure of $375.

Miami features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 60.6% of all households, including 22.5% couples with children, 27.1% couples without children, and 10.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 39.4%, with lone person households at 29.7% and group households comprising 9.6%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.3.

The educational profile of Miami exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Miami's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 32.0% hold university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the rest of Queensland and 25.4% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 23.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 37.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (25.0%).

Educational participation is high, with 26.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.1% in primary education, 5.9% in tertiary education, and 5.8% pursuing secondary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Transport analysis indicates 23 active transport stops operating within Miami, consisting of a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 4 individual routes, collectively providing 1885 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 172 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 269 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 81 weekly trips per individual stop.

Miami's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Miami, Florida. The prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups was very low.

Approximately 59% of Miami's total population (4,915 people) had private health cover, compared to 68.9% in the rest of Queensland. Mental health issues and arthritis were the most common medical conditions in Miami, impacting 7.0 and 6.9% of residents respectively. 74.7% of Miami residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.7% in the rest of Queensland. As of December 31, 2020, 14.8% of Miami's residents were aged 65 and over (1,238 people), which is lower than the 18.4% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors in Miami are particularly strong, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

In terms of cultural diversity, Miami records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Miami's cultural diversity is above average, with 10.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 23.9% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Miami, comprising 43.7% of its population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented compared to the rest of Queensland, making up 0.4% of Miami's population.

The top three ancestry groups are English (31.0%), Australian (23.4%), and Irish (9.9%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: New Zealanders make up 1.1% in Miami compared to 1.3% regionally, Spanish is at 0.7% (vs 0.7%), and French is at 0.7% (vs 0.8%).

Miami's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Miami's median age is 36, which is lower than Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and marginally lower than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld average, Miami has a notably over-represented 25-34 cohort (23.4%) and an under-represented 5-14 age group (7.4%), with the 25-34 concentration well above the national 14.5%. Since 2021, younger residents have shifted Miami's median age down by 1.4 years to 36. The 25 to 34 age group has grown from 20.0% to 23.4%, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 15.8% to 17.1%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 10.8% to 8.8% and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 13.1% to 11.2%. Population forecasts for Miami indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 25 to 34 group is projected to grow by 33%, reaching 2,607 from 1,956, while the 15 to 24 group will contract by 30 residents.