ZIP Code 33142 in Miami, FL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Miami, Florida
County:Miami-Dade County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:49:01 PM
Population:55,425 [See All]
Area Codes:305 / 645 / 786
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:25.8125, -80.2404
Land Area:10.906 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 33142 has 55,425 residents and 19,482 households (average 2.81 persons per household). The median age is 38.9 years, younger than the state (43.0) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.1% male and 50.9% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.6%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (66.7%) and Black or African American (31.5%, much higher than the state average of 15.1% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 66.7%, 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%) and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (7.3%) and national averages (8.4%).

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:55,425Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:56,437Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:57,675Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:5,082.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$37,900Source: Census ACS
Households:19,482Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$298,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.81Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.16Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--53,52355,08954,17854,93955,86554,57156,46858,57459,07359,77357,73359,12156,437
Decennial Census52,606------------------55,425------
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: 38.9

Male Median Age: 37.8

Female Median Age: 40

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,6471,7851,9111,8191,7841,7031,8971,8271,6541,6851,7901,9631,6851,4121,105737486351
Female1,5581,7801,8041,6881,6151,8341,9601,8441,6911,6441,8521,9811,8361,5381,233917734675
Total3,2053,5653,7153,5073,3993,5373,8573,6713,3453,3293,6423,9443,5212,9502,3381,6541,2201,026
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:9,18712.30%
Black:17,48423.42%
Hispanic:*36,97649.52%
Asian:1180.16%
American Indian:4170.56%
Hawaiian:190.03%
Other:10,46114.01%
Total:74,662100%
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:27,24149.15%37.8 years
Females:28,18450.85%40.0 years
Total:55,425100%38.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:26,62747.18%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1,1902.11%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:12,75922.61%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:15,86150.71%
Total Population:56,437100%
Total Native Population:27,81749.29%
Total Foreign-born Population:28,62050.71%
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 $37,900, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $13,945 (58.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,476. Family households earn a median of $46,051 versus $18,194 for nonfamily households (a difference of $27,857). By gender, male median income is $39,526 and female is $32,227, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,299 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 58.0%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 8.7%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.8%). The largest occupation group is Service (29.9%).

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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$23,955$23,175$22,260$22,127$22,232$21,798$23,346$24,106$26,424$28,105$30,915$35,589$37,900
Median Family Income$29,091$28,564$26,515$25,909$26,384$26,302$28,409$30,659$33,345$35,465$38,599$45,200$46,051
Median NonFamily Income$13,614$12,470$12,797$14,195$14,064$14,026$14,929$14,893$14,554$14,410$15,823$17,644$18,194
Median Male Income$25,050$25,087$24,259$25,482$26,753$26,406$28,680$30,611$31,197$32,160$35,374$37,074$39,526
Median Female Income$22,315$23,440$23,973$24,290$25,192$25,571$25,839$25,651$26,536$26,993$27,615$29,177$32,227
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:24,19852.86%
Unemployed:2,3155.06%
Not In Labor Force:19,26242.08%
Total:45,775100%
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:4,57118.89%
Service:7,22829.87%
Sales and Office:4,20117.36%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:4,54718.79%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3,65115.09%
Total Civilian Employed Population:24,198100%
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 $298,000, which is generally lower than the state median ($325,000), is up $132,300 (79.84%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $126,100. The median gross rent is $1,289, which is considerably lower than the state median ($1,564), is up $485 (60.32%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $380. Of occupied housing, owners make up 29.47% (51.76% with a mortgage, 48.24% free-and-clear) and renters 70.53% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.56%, 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$165,700$137,300$117,000$107,900$105,400$121,600$139,000$156,800$171,900$207,900$242,200$277,600$298,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2,03114.14%
$500 to $999:2,42816.90%
$1,000 to $1,499:4,73032.92%
$1,500 to $1,999:3,15821.98%
$2,000 to $2,499:1,45810.15%
$2,500 to $2,999:1551.08%
$3,000 or more:1110.77%
No Rent:2952.05%
Total:14,366100%
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$804$799$789$803$807$820$870$901$909$966$1,066$1,189$1,289
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,10715.25%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,89614.22%
Renter Occupied:14,36670.53%
Total Occupied Housing Units:20,369100%

Occupied Housing Units:20,36991.44%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,9068.56%
Total Housing Units:22,275100%
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:11,37751.08%
Multi-Family Units:10,10745.37%
Other Units:7913.55%
Total Housing Units:22,275100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 13.20% 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 69.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 23.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 33.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 46.30%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 21.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 8.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.00 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 (41.75%). College enrollment is 24.71%, 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:7,18718.23%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4,96612.59%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):14,49636.76%
Some college, no degree:4,58211.62%
Associate's degree:2,9947.59%
Bachelor's degree:3,7579.53%
Graduate or professional degree:1,4483.67%
Total:39,430100%
High school or higher:27,27769.18%
Bachelor's degree or higher:5,20513.20%
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:18,50732.30%
Public Insurance:25,81145.05%
No Insurance:12,98022.65%
Total:57,298100%
Has Health Insurance:44,31877.35%
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 Poverty29.8%31.9%34.2%36.1%34.5%35.2%32.5%32.1%29.1%26.0%26.1%24.4%21.1%
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:1,1418.26%
Kindergarten:9937.19%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):5,76741.75%
High school (grades 9-12):2,49818.09%
College or graduate school:3,41324.71%
Total:13,812100%
Early Childhood:2,13415.45%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):9,25867.03%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 33142 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,618 business establishments, employing about 19,586 people with an annual payroll of $933,985,000. USPS data shows 20,525 residential mailboxes and 3,113 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:20,525Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:3,113Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:24,255Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:11,540Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:7,145Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,618Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$223,359,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$933,985,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:19,586Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 33142 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 0.90% of whom live in ZIP Code 33142, and is subdivided into the Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL division. It covers 10.906 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.118 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:10.906 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.118 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:1245000Source: Census
Place Name:Miami city; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


33143 | | 33141

Schools in ZIP Code 33142


ZIP Code 33142 is in the Dade County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 16 public schools and 9 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.

Agenoria S Paschal/Olinda Elementary School 5536 Nw 21st Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Orchard Villa Elementary School 5720 Nw 13th Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School 2000 Nw 46th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School 1331 Nw 46th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Brownsville Middle School 4899 Nw 24th Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Miami Jackson Senior High School 1751 Nw 36th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Juvenile Justice Center Alt Ed 3300 Nw 27th Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Maya Angelou Elementary School 1850 Nw 32nd St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
George T. Baker Aviation Technical College 3275 Nw 42nd Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Pace Center For Girls 1400 Nw 36th St Ste 200
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Mater International Academy 3405 Nw 27th Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Comstock Elementary School 2420 Nw 18th Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Charles R Drew K-8 Center 1775 Nw 60th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Earlington Heights Elementary School 4750 Nw 22nd Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Lorah Park Elementary School 5160 Nw 31st Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
Melrose Elementary School 3050 Nw 35th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Dade County School District
My Life My Power Preparatory Academy 6161 Nw 22nd Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Citi Christian Academy 2001 Nw 35th St 2nd Fl Ofc
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Gospel Assembly Academy Inc 1251 Nw 54th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Sheye's Of Miami Elementary Inc. 3038 Nw 48th Ter
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Thy Kingdom Kids Learning Academy 2775 Nw 46th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Hosanna Learning Center 2171 Nw 56th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
It's A Small World Elementary School 4601-4617 Nw 22nd Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Western General Education 1251 Nw 54th St
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School
Center Of Life Academy 4850 Nw 17th Ave
Miami, FL 33142
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 33142


George T Baker Aviation Technical College 3275 Nw 42nd Ave
Miami, FL 33142
Type: Post Secondary
Miami Regional University 700 S Royal Poinciana Blvd
Miami Springs, FL 33166
Type: Post Secondary
D A Dorsey Technical College 7100 N. W. 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33147-6304
Type: Post Secondary
South Florida Institute Of Technology 720 Nw 27th Avenue, 2nd Floor
Miami, FL 33125
Type: Post Secondary
Nouvelle Institute 3271 Nw 7th St Suite#106
Miami, FL 33125
Type: Post Secondary
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College 750 Nw 20 Street
Miami, FL 33127
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 October 1, 2025.

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    • 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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