Frequently Asked Questions about Opa-locka
What is it like to live in Opa-locka, Opa-locka, FL?
Opa-locka is a small city in Miami‑Dade County noted for its 1920s Moorish Revival architecture and a predominantly Black and Hispanic residential population. Median household income is below the county average and crime rates have historically been higher than Miami‑Dade County averages, while local and county redevelopment programs are active to address blight and infrastructure issues. Housing is generally more affordable than many parts of the Miami metro area, public transit relies primarily on Miami‑Dade buses and major road connections, and the humid subtropical climate brings hot summers, mild winters and exposure to hurricane and flood risk.
Is Opa-locka, Opa-locka, FL expensive?
Opa-locka is generally more affordable than the city of Miami and many parts of Miami-Dade County, with median home values and rents below county averages. Median household income in the city is lower than county and state medians, which corresponds with lower local housing costs. Overall cost of living tends to be lower for housing, though prices can vary by neighborhood and current market conditions.
What is the weather of Opa-locka, Opa-locka, FL?
Opa-locka, FL has a tropical monsoon (Köppen Am) climate with hot, humid summers and a pronounced wet season from May through October driven by daily thunderstorms and occasional tropical systems. Average summer highs are about 88–90°F (31–32°C) and winter highs about 74–76°F (23–24°C); annual rainfall is roughly 60 inches, concentrated in the wet season. The area is susceptible to hurricanes and tropical storms during the June–November season, while November–April is typically drier and milder with very low frost risk.
How safe is Opa-locka, Opa-locka, FL?
Opa-locka has consistently reported crime rates higher than the Miami-Dade County and U.S. averages, with elevated per-capita rates of violent crime (robbery, aggravated assault) and property crime (theft, burglary). Local police and FBI data through recent years show these trends persist, though exact rates fluctuate year to year. Safety can vary block-by-block, so consult Miami-Dade crime maps and recent police reports for current, neighborhood-level information.