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Davie, Florida

       
Total population 85,583 Average January/July temperatures 63.8° / 82.8°
Median home price $ 260,000 Annual Precipitation 52.42 in. /yr.
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Davie, Florida

This community is home to the Miami Dolphins, whose daily practices are held at the local university.

Climate
Davie enjoys warm weather year round, but receives above-average rainfall in the summer months.
Cultural Attractions
Davie is the home of Nova Southeastern University.
Economy
Due to its residential atmosphere and proximity to major metropolitan areas, Davie has an economic profile that ranges from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies.
Geography
Davie is inland of Florida’s southeast coast, near Fort Lauderdale and minutes north of Miami.
Recreation
Davie Pine Island Park and Robbins Park, both over 100 acres, offer horseback riding, tennis, gym access, hiking trails, and swimming.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 74.32 ° / 53.25 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 90.97 ° / 74.54 °
Precipitation (?) 52.42 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 21 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 464
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 84
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 260,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $41951.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $47735
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 6 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .590 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 45
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 72
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 48
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 187
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 41
Number of libraries within the county (?) 50
Number of museums within the county (?) 22
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 8
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 85,583
Population density (?) 2,569 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 55.6% growth
Population over 55 (?) 16,768 people
Education (?) 29 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 74
Number of clinics within the county (?) 427
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 113
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