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Miramar

Miramar, Florida - Facts & Information

Miramar, Florida

"Beauty & Progress" - Caribbean Culture Meets Modern Living

143,242 Population
1955 Incorporated
14th Largest in Florida
$86K Median Income

Quick Facts About Miramar

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Named After Havana

Named after the Miramar area of Havana, Cuba where founder A.L. Mailman had a summer home. "Miramar" means "look at the sea"

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Spirit Airlines Headquarters

Home to Spirit Airlines corporate headquarters since 1999 at Miramar Park of Commerce, South Florida's largest locally owned business park

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Media Hub

WTVJ (NBC) and WSCV (Telemundo) have studios and administrative offices in Miramar

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Caribbean Diversity

5th highest percentage of Jamaican residents in the U.S. (15.4%), plus significant Haitian, Cuban, and Trinidadian communities

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Planned Community

Founded in 1953 as a "bedroom community" by A.L. Mailman with 56 affordable homes, growing from under 200 people to 143,000+

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Perfect Location

Ideally located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, less than 30 minutes to airports and seaports

Discover Miramar

Miramar was founded in 1953 by developer A.L. Mailman, who envisioned creating a "bedroom community" where residents could live affordably while working in Miami or Fort Lauderdale. Mailman built 56 simple but well-constructed homes with concrete and flat roofs. The homes and land were so affordable that they sold quickly, sparking the birth of a new city.

Officially incorporated on May 26, 1955 with fewer than 200 residents, the city was named after the Miramar district of Havana, Cuba, where Mailman owned a summer home. The name "Miramar" translates to "look at the sea" in Spanish. The city adopted the motto "Beauty and Progress" and embraced planned, controlled growth from its earliest days, adopting a Comprehensive Land Use Plan in 1972 before it was mandated.

Today, Miramar is the 14th-largest city in Florida and the fourth-largest in Broward County, with a population exceeding 143,000. The city has grown into a vibrant, multicultural community with the highest concentration of Jamaican residents in the United States, alongside thriving Haitian, Cuban, Trinidadian, and other Caribbean communities. Miramar is home to major corporations including Spirit Airlines, and features world-class cultural facilities, parks, and sports complexes.

๐ŸŒด A True Melting Pot

Miramar is proud of its multicultural and multiethnic diversity. With 41.3% of residents born outside the U.S., the city celebrates Caribbean heritage with authentic Jamaican, Haitian, Cuban, and Trinidadian restaurants, shops, and cultural events throughout the year.

Miramar Demographics

43.5%
Black or African American

Largest demographic group, strong Caribbean heritage

38.3%
Hispanic/Latino

Vibrant Latin American culture and community

41.3%
Foreign-Born Residents

International gateway, Caribbean connections

91.4%
High School Graduate+

Highly educated, professional community

Top Attractions & Destinations

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Miramar Cultural Center/ArtsPark

World-class performance center hosting local, regional, and national acts, plus Ansin Family Art Gallery, botanical gardens, and lakefront views.

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Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater

5,000-seat covered outdoor venue in 173-acre regional park, hosting concerts, festivals, and cultural events year-round rain or shine.

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Ansin Sports Complex

24-acre state-of-the-art facility with IAAF-certified Olympic-standard track, football/soccer fields, basketball courts, cricket cages, and fitness programs.

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Miramar Pineland Natural Area

157-acre partially restored wetlands park, one of the largest urban parks in the region with nature trails and wildlife viewing.

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Monster Mini Golf

Indoor, climate-controlled 18-hole glow-in-the-dark mini golf under black lights, plus arcade, mini bowling, laser tag, and laser maze.

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Miramar Regional Park

173-acre park with soccer, football, cricket, baseball fields, dog park, volleyball, aquatics complex, playgrounds, and lakefront pavilions.

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Miramar Park of Commerce

South Florida's largest locally owned business park with 5+ million sq ft, home to Spirit Airlines, GE, Siemens, and 180+ companies.

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International Dining

Authentic Caribbean cuisine including Jamaican jerk, Haitian specialties, Cuban food, Venezuelan arepas, and Argentinian steaks at local favorites.

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Near Hard Rock Stadium

Same or less travel time to Miami Dolphins games than most Miami-Dade locations, making Miramar ideal for football fans.

Why People Love Miramar

Caribbean Culture

  • Largest Jamaican community in U.S.
  • Vibrant Haitian heritage
  • Cuban and Trinidadian traditions
  • Authentic international restaurants
  • Multicultural festivals and events

Arts & Entertainment

  • Miramar Cultural Center performances
  • 5,000-seat outdoor amphitheater
  • Ansin Family Art Gallery
  • Year-round concerts and festivals
  • Botanical gardens and ArtsPark

Active Lifestyle

  • Olympic-standard sports complex
  • 173-acre regional park
  • Cricket, soccer, football facilities
  • 157-acre nature preserve
  • Family fitness and recreation programs

Economic Strength

  • Spirit Airlines headquarters
  • Major business park with 180+ companies
  • WTVJ NBC & WSCV Telemundo studios
  • Strong job market and economy
  • Planned growth and development

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