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Kendall West, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kendall West, Florida had a total population of 35,912, the 119th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $69,554, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Kendall West Quick Facts

Population 35,912
Median Household Income $69,554
Median Home Value $409,500
Poverty Rate 11.9%
Unemployment Rate 3.4%
Median Age 44.5 years
Homeownership Rate 53.6%
Affordability Ratio 5.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.9%
High School Graduation Rate 78.8%
Diversity Index 18/100
Population 35,912 119th of 955
Median Income $69,554 average
Poverty Rate 11.9% 4% lower than national
Median Home Value $409,500 above average

How Kendall West Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population35,49235,912+1.2%
Median household income$66,858$69,554+4.0%
Median home value$377,800$409,500+8.4%

How Kendall West Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.7%
$25K-$50K 18.2%
$50K-$100K 35.0%
$100K+ 31.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.7%
$10K-$15K
4.5%
$15K-$20K
4.3%
$20K-$25K
5.2%
$25K-$30K
4.2%
$30K-$35K
3.6%
$35K-$40K
3.6%
$40K-$45K
3.9%
$45K-$50K
2.9%
$50K-$60K
8.0%
$60K-$75K
14.4%
$75K-$100K
12.6%
$100K-$125K
10.3%
$125K-$150K
5.9%
$150K-$200K
8.2%
$200K+
6.6%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
64.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 53.6%
Renter 46.4%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,808/mo 31.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

18out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Kendall West Rankings in Florida

#119 Population of 955
#491 Median Income of 911
#404 Education of 955
#284 Home Value of 901

Other Cities in Miami-Dade County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Miami 459,745 $62,462 19.4% $518,100
Hialeah 226,165 $55,594 17.0% $392,000
Miami Gardens 113,177 $63,627 13.6% $378,500
Homestead 82,807 $65,423 18.4% $380,000
Miami Beach 82,031 $72,856 14.4% $556,700
Kendall 79,562 $87,325 11.2% $567,900
Doral 79,216 $94,164 10.3% $562,800
North Miami 60,344 $57,188 18.9% $365,000
The Hammocks 58,838 $85,628 12.1% $468,100
Fountainebleau 55,665 $64,908 12.7% $320,200

Cities Similar to Kendall West

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Dunedin36,062$74,477$396,00039.5%8.2%
Haines City34,234$65,975$288,90019.7%16.1%
Panama City34,979$62,265$268,90026.5%17.6%
Riviera Beach38,657$68,060$354,50028.9%18.4%
Sun City Center33,548$73,528$317,00038.5%8.3%

Population Overview

Kendall West is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Miami-Dade County. The total population is 35,912. It ranks as the 119th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kendall West is 44.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Kendall West is $69,554. This is 7% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $409,500. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 53.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Kendall West has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 90.2% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 5.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 50.4%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (90.2% vs 27.4%). The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

32.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Kendall West, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 955 Census-designated places in Florida. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kendall West, Florida?

Kendall West, Florida has a population of 35,912 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Kendall West, FL?

The median household income in Kendall West is $69,554, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Kendall West, FL?

The poverty rate in Kendall West is 11.9%. This means approximately 4,262 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Kendall West, Florida?

Kendall West's population is 5.9% White, 1.0% Black, 90.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Kendall West, FL?

The median home value in Kendall West is $409,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Kendall West, Florida?

32.9% of adults (25+) in Kendall West hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.