ZIP Code 33054 in Opa Locka, FL

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Opa Locka, Florida
City Alias:Miami Gardens
County:Miami-Dade County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:47:22 PM
Population:30,352 [See All]
Area Codes:305 / 645 / 786
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:25.9042, -80.2557
Land Area:8.398 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 33054 has 30,352 residents and 9,765 households (average 3.06 persons per household). The median age is 36.3 years, younger than the state (43.0) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.9% male and 52.1% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (54.4%, much higher than the state average of 15.1% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (42.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 42.7%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (15.1%) and national averages (12.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:30,352Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:31,165Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:29,636Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3,614.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$42,779Source: Census ACS
Households:9,765Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$291,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.06Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.10Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--29,19029,42629,66230,70630,88031,18032,76832,03531,79732,73532,39031,59031,165
Decennial Census29,061------------------30,352------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 36.3

Male Median Age: 34.6

Female Median Age: 38.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,0551,0421,0911,1511,0709511,002944855845870958811677494339224174
Female9149901,0919971,0191,0651,1751,0508889511,0601,0601,006795637456336309
Total1,9692,0322,1822,1482,0892,0162,1771,9941,7431,7961,9302,0181,8171,4721,131795560483
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:3,94210.73%
Black:16,52544.98%
Hispanic:*12,97435.31%
Asian:1070.29%
American Indian:720.20%
Hawaiian:110.03%
Other:3,1078.46%
Total:36,738100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:14,55347.95%34.6 years
Females:15,79952.05%38.1 years
Total:30,352100%36.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:19,45962.44%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:3491.12%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:6,08519.53%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:5,27236.44%
Total Population:31,165100%
Total Native Population:19,80863.56%
Total Foreign-born Population:11,35736.44%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $42,779, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $16,496 (62.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,860. Family households earn a median of $51,145 versus $22,658 for nonfamily households (a difference of $28,487). By gender, male median income is $41,602 and female is $32,788, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $8,814 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 55.7%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.0%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.8%). The largest occupation group is Sales (23.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$26,283$25,660$24,966$25,083$23,563$22,840$21,977$24,597$26,919$31,508$36,911$38,952$42,779
Median Family Income$35,083$31,377$31,092$31,614$30,457$30,871$29,535$31,802$33,100$38,768$43,302$49,194$51,145
Median NonFamily Income$14,019$14,787$16,124$14,918$13,349$13,692$12,697$12,908$14,502$20,189$21,890$22,780$22,658
Median Male Income$24,668$24,517$25,037$25,121$26,263$26,302$26,970$27,106$28,136$30,395$32,340$39,570$41,602
Median Female Income$24,366$23,995$24,653$24,336$25,117$27,459$26,620$30,559$30,582$27,099$29,408$30,183$32,788
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:12,90651.75%
Unemployed:9783.92%
Not In Labor Force:11,05644.33%
Total:24,940100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:2,59020.07%
Service:2,77521.50%
Sales and Office:3,08723.92%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,46011.31%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,99423.20%
Total Civilian Employed Population:12,906100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $291,700, which is lower than the state median ($325,000), is up $146,600 (101.03%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $126,500. The median gross rent is $1,346, which is considerably lower than the state median ($1,564), is up $573 (74.13%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $365. Of occupied housing, owners make up 48.72% (63.49% with a mortgage, 36.51% free-and-clear) and renters 51.28% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 5.40%, which is far lower than the state rate (15.19%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$145,100$122,600$110,600$106,700$105,500$110,200$117,500$141,400$165,200$189,300$216,100$267,300$291,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:66913.44%
$500 to $999:66413.34%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,57431.61%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,01220.33%
$2,000 to $2,499:63112.67%
$2,500 to $2,999:1833.68%
$3,000 or more:390.78%
No Rent:2074.16%
Total:4,979100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$773$760$796$833$823$823$856$857$981$990$1,103$1,244$1,346
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,00330.93%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,72717.79%
Renter Occupied:4,97951.28%
Total Occupied Housing Units:9,709100%

Occupied Housing Units:9,70994.60%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5545.40%
Total Housing Units:10,263100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:6,50563.38%
Multi-Family Units:3,62635.33%
Other Units:1321.29%
Total Housing Units:10,263100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 9.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 75.00%, which is markedly below the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 23.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 37.50%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 20.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 7.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 10.90 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (44.76%). College enrollment is 24.35%, which is on par with the state rate (27.90%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2,53112.10%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2,68812.85%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):8,37840.06%
Some college, no degree:3,56617.05%
Associate's degree:1,7188.22%
Bachelor's degree:1,4496.93%
Graduate or professional degree:5822.78%
Total:20,912100%
High school or higher:15,69375.04%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2,0319.71%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:11,60836.18%
Public Insurance:13,11740.89%
No Insurance:7,35722.93%
Total:32,082100%
Has Health Insurance:24,72577.07%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty27.6%32.0%33.7%35.7%34.2%35.7%37.6%33.9%30.9%28.9%24.8%18.2%20.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:3604.67%
Kindergarten:5006.49%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,44844.76%
High school (grades 9-12):1,52019.73%
College or graduate school:1,87624.35%
Total:7,704100%
Early Childhood:86011.16%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,46870.98%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 33054 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 771 business establishments, employing about 14,193 people with an annual payroll of $696,884,000. USPS data shows 9,685 residential mailboxes and 2,031 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:9,685Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:2,031Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:11,486Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:6,824Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,577Source: USPS
# of Businesses:771Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$177,072,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$696,884,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:14,193Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 33054 is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, within the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 33100) and Florida's 24th and 26th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 6,138,876 people, about 0.49% of whom live in ZIP Code 33054, and is subdivided into the Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL division. It covers 8.398 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.297 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:33100Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL (CBSA Div 33124)Source: Census
CBSA Population:6,138,876Source: Census
MSA:Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL CMSASource: Census
Land Area:8.398 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.297 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:24,26Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:106.08, 2098.66 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Miami, FL PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


33055 | | 33052

Schools in ZIP Code 33054


ZIP Code 33054 is in the Dade County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 13 public schools and 8 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Dr. Robert B. Ingram Elementary School 600 Ahmad St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Rainbow Park Elementary School 15355 Nw 19th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Nathan B. Young Elementary School 14120 Nw 24th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
North Dade Middle School 1840 Nw 157th St
Miami Gardens, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Jann Mann Educational Center 16101 Nw 44th Ct
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
N Dade Center For Modern Language 1840 Nw 157th St
Miami Gardens, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Here's Help 15100 Nw 27th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
North Park High School 3400 Nw 135th St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Beacon College Preparatory Elementary School 13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Arts Academy Of Excellence 780 Fisherman St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Beacon College Prep Middle School 13400 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Bunche Park Elementary School 16001 Bunche Park Dr
Miami Gardens, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Golden Glades Elementary School 16520 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Dade County School District
Marian Center School & Services 15701 Nw 37th Ave
Miami Gardens, FL 33054
District: Private School
World Mission Of Jesus Christ Christian Academy 13850 Nw 26th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Private School
Archdiocese Of Miami Virtual Catholic School 15600 Nw 32nd Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Private School
World Mission Of Jesus Christ Christian Academy 13850 Nw 26th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Private School
Hanans Academic Development Center 13250 Nw 28th Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Private School
South Florida School Of Excellence 3400 Nw 135th St Bldg B
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Private School
Betesda Christian School 3300 Nw 135th St
Opa Locka, FL 33054
District: Private School
Monsignor Edward Pace High School 15600 Nw 32nd Ave
Miami Gardens, FL 33054
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 33054


St. Thomas University 16401 Nw 37th Ave
Miami Gardens, FL 33054-6459
Type: Post Secondary
Florida Memorial University 15800 Nw 42 Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33054-6199
Type: Post Secondary
Advance Science International College 5190 Nw 167 St Ste 200
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Type: Post Secondary
Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical College - 5780 Northwest 158th Street
Miami Lakes, FL 33014-6720
Type: Post Secondary
Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical College 5780 Nw 158th Street
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Type: Post Secondary
Southeastern College-Miami Lakes 17395 Nw 59th Avenue
Miami Lakes, FL 33015
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released]
    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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