Kendale Lakes, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Miami-Dade County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Kendale Lakes based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
52,141
2023 ACS
Median Income
$69,150
2023
Median Home Value
$378,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,863
2023
Median Age
48.7
Unemployment
4.0%
Cost of Living Index
137.3
100 = national avg
Kendale Lakes is a city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, with a population of 52,141 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Kendale Lakes is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Kendale Lakes is $69,150, and the median home value is $378,100. The cost of living index is 137.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,863 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, and the median age is 48.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
52,141
Male
25,220
48.4%
Female
26,921
51.6%
Median Age
48.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
22.5%
High School or Higher
43.8%
Foreign Born
64.8%
Veterans
1.5%
Married
46.5%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.000
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Two or More
50.9%
Foreign Born
64.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
86.0%
44,862 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
14.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
50,163
English Only
14.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
41,956 speakers
Limited English
40.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
59.8%
Limited English Proficiency
40.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
760
1.5% of population
Disability Rate
38.8%
295 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$56,575
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
742
97.6%
Female Veterans
18
2.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$56,575
Non-Veteran Income
$31,674
Difference
$24,901
78.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
295
Without Disability
465
Disability Rate
38.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
6,863
#1 Ancestry
American
6.1% (3,195)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
1.0% (539)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
1.0% (496)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
19,166
Family Households
14,639
76.4%
Married Couples
10,167
53.0%
Non-Family Households
4,527
23.6%
Single Mother Households
2,800
14.6%
Single Father Households
1,672
8.7%
Living Alone
3,776
19.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,281
In Married Couple
4,533
72.2%
With Single Mother
1,202
19.1%
With Single Father
546
8.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$76,767
Married Couple Income
$92,700
Single Mother Income
$60,956
Single Father Income
$67,985
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,847
Grandparents Responsible
171
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$69,150
-6% vs national
Per Capita Income
$34,613
-7% vs national
Poverty Rate
10.7%
-22% vs national
Gini Index
0.4516
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.0%
-24% vs national
SNAP Recipients
17.6%
of households
How Kendale Lakes Compares
Kendale Lakes vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Kendale Lakes is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Kendale Lakes, FL has a median household income of $69,150, making it the 12,592nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher median household income than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Kendale Lakes, FL has a per capita income of $34,613, making it the 12,587th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher per capita income than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Kendale Lakes, FL has a poverty rate of 10.7%, making it the 15,858th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher poverty rate than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Kendale Lakes, FL has a unemployment rate of 4.0%, making it the 14,676th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher unemployment rate than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Kendale Lakes. The median household income here is $69,150.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.0%
-19% vs FL avg
Labor Force
27,979
Employed
26,854
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
22.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
43.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
48.7
Work from Home
9.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$104.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
137.3
100 = national avg
+37.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,416
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,802
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,995
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,436
per month
The median household income in Kendale Lakes, FL is $69,150, which is 5.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $34,613. The poverty rate of 10.7% is lower than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4516, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 27,979. 22.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 79.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 137.3, which is 37.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 194.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,416 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$385,750
Median List Price
$449,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$308
Days on Market
73
Active Inventory
171
Months of Supply
5.7
Balanced market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
12.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
30
New Listings
47
Pending Sales
40
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$308
Median List $/SF
$383
Kendale Lakes vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Kendale Lakes is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Kendale Lakes, FL has a median home value of $378,100, making it the 4,918th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher median home value than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Kendale Lakes, FL has a median rent of $1,863, making it the 2,106th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher median rent than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Kendale Lakes, FL has a price per square foot of $308, making it the 3,408th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher price per square foot than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Kendale Lakes, FL has a rent burden of 32.3%, making it the 847th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Kendale Lakes has a higher rent burden than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$378,100
Median Rent
$1,863
Total Housing Units
19,815
Vacancy Rate
3.3%
Owner Occupied
71.5%
Renter Occupied
28.5%
Median Property Tax
$2,692
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,259
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,692
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
of home value
Median Home Value
$378,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,042
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,692) by the median home value ($378,100). In Kendale Lakes, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.71%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Kendale Lakes, FL is $385,750 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 73 days on the market. 10.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $308. The median rent is $1,863 per month (Census ACS). About 71.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1980. There are 19,815 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,692. The effective tax rate is 0.71%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Kendale Lakes. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.6
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
75.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
42.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
43
Public Assistance
$2.0B
Individual Assistance
$91.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
23 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $2.6M | — |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $189K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $923K | $2K |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | — |
| Surfside Building Collapse → | Other | Jun 2021 | $54.2M | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $129K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $633.9M | $8.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $438.7M | $58.4M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Severe Storm(s) | Jul 2012 | $50K | — |
| Tropical Storm Fay → | Severe Storm(s) | Aug 2008 | $13K | — |
| Tropical Storm Fay → | Severe Storm | Aug 2008 | $1.8M | — |
| Hurricane Wilma → | Hurricane | Oct 2005 | $392.2M | $21.8M |
| Tropical Storm Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $1.9M | — |
Showing 20 of 51 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
62,001
Total Claims Paid
$854,895,303
Avg Claim Payout
$13,788
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
118
Federal Funding
$121,060,645
Properties Protected
180
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
9.15
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 67 | $17,513,777 |
| 205.7: Retrofitting Private Structures - Wind | 22 | $24,650,255 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 7 | $5,569,161 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 5 | $38,331,984 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 3 | $17,151,657 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Kendale Lakes has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, coastal flood. The area has had 43 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (23 declarations). 62,001 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,024,407,401 in public assistance recovery funding. $91,908,437 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 118 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.2%
7.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
12.7%
10.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.7%
3.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
28.2%
17.6pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
37.3%
Arthritis
20.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
12.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
29.5%
Mobility
15.6%
Cognitive
13.2%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
7.3%
Kendale Lakes has an obesity rate of 28.2%, which is 7.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 12.7%, 10.8pp below the national average. About 28.2% of adults lack health insurance. 76.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
Hca Florida Kendall Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Kendall Hospital | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Hospital Of Miami | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Keralty Hospital | 6.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Nicklaus Children'S Hospital | 6.6 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| South Miami Hospital | 7.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
79.6%
+1% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-12% vs national
Work From Home
9.6%
+3% vs national
Carpool
9.2%
Walk
0.4%
How Kendale Lakes's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Kendale Lakes, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 79.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.6% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. 9.2% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
63.8%
of households
No Internet
3.2%
of households
Total Households
19,166
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.5%
of households
Smartphone
92.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.1%
of households
Tablet
61.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-26% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+7% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Kendale Lakes vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
94.8% of households in Kendale Lakes have broadband internet access. 63.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 28.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.2% of households have no internet access. 7.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Kendale Lakes is located in Miami-Dade County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Kendale Lakes.
Election Overview
Source: Miami-Dade County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
480,355
43.9%
GOP Votes
605,590
55.4%
Total Votes
1,094,093
Margin
R+11.5%
Shift from 2020
R+18.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 480,355 | 605,590 | 1,094,093 | 43.9% | 55.4% | R+11.5 |
| 2020 | 617,864 | 532,833 | 1,156,816 | 53.4% | 46.1% | D+7.4 |
| 2016 | 623,006 | 333,666 | 978,670 | 63.7% | 34.1% | D+29.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Miami-Dade County recorded 1,094,093 total votes. Republicans won the county with 55.4% of the vote compared to 43.9% for Democrats, a margin of R+11.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+18.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Miami-Dade County has shifted 41.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$960K
Jobs Supported
3
Per 10K Residents
0.4
SBA loans
-99.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
2
Top Lender
Loans from Old Closed Lenders
1 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1995–2014
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$960K
Avg Loan
$480,000
Median Loan
$480,000
SBA Guaranteed
$720K(75%)
Jobs Supported
3
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flor Investments Llc (epc) and Peggy Alvarez-penabad Dds P.a. (oc) | 1 | $540K |
| Phyl's Academy Preschools Inc. | 1 | $420K |
Kendale Lakes, FL has received 2 SBA loans totaling $960K in approved funding between 1995 and 2014. The 7(a) program accounts for 2 loans (100% of the total), supporting 3 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Kendale Lakes is Loans from Old Closed Lenders with 1 loans. That works out to 0.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
25
Total Population
960,401
Avg Median Income
$87,660
Avg Home Value
$565,584
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33122 | 1,988 | $83,152 | $1,284,700 | $2,437 | 2.4 |
| 33126 | 47,038 | $55,722 | $299,800 | $1,651 | 5.4 |
| 33134 | 36,937 | $92,009 | $660,200 | $1,818 | 5.2 |
| 33143 | 32,167 | $80,924 | $768,900 | $1,823 | 7.8 |
| 33144 | 26,288 | $59,207 | $440,600 | $1,730 | 3.1 |
| 33146 | 18,861 | $124,712 | $1,141,800 | $2,774 | 3.1 |
| 33155 | 43,133 | $79,271 | $505,000 | $1,871 | 7.4 |
| 33156 | 32,708 | $134,720 | $1,063,100 | $1,936 | 13.9 |
| 33157 | 69,605 | $80,364 | $478,300 | $1,493 | 14.9 |
| 33158 | 6,029 | $180,357 | $935,800 | $3,501 | 2.8 |
| 33165 | 50,471 | $84,086 | $476,100 | $1,796 | 7.5 |
| 33172 | 39,465 | $61,733 | $260,200 | $1,926 | 6.4 |
| 33173 | 32,042 | $83,053 | $460,500 | $1,935 | 5.5 |
| 33174 | 35,056 | $59,599 | $379,000 | $1,786 | 3.1 |
| 33175 | 49,611 | $79,711 | $456,600 | $1,943 | 7.9 |
| 33176 | 52,190 | $80,437 | $568,400 | $1,666 | 12.1 |
| 33177 | 58,097 | $77,297 | $399,000 | $2,080 | 12.6 |
| 33178 | 65,515 | $91,338 | $499,300 | $2,609 | 61.1 |
| 33182 | 12,685 | $96,992 | $473,200 | $2,329 | 3.5 |
| 33183 | 33,811 | $67,741 | $372,000 | $1,880 | 5.5 |
| 33184 | 19,618 | $77,443 | $418,200 | $1,926 | 2.5 |
| 33185 | 29,124 | $107,146 | $496,700 | $2,769 | 6.9 |
| 33186 | 67,597 | $86,481 | $422,300 | $2,021 | 12.4 |
| 33193 | 46,519 | $74,646 | $422,600 | $1,789 | 7.6 |
| 33196 | 53,846 | $93,370 | $457,300 | $2,114 | 52.2 |
Kendale Lakes, FL has 25 ZIP codes with a combined population of 960,401. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $87,660. The average median home value is $565,584. The average median monthly rent is $2,064.
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