Pembroke Pines, FL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 164,259 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
This Broward County town is southwest of Fort Lauderdale and northwest of Miami.
Cultural Attractions
The Pembroke Pines Historical Museum, located in the Village Community Center, features a look into local history.
Recreation
The Chapel Trail Park Natural Preserve is ideal for bird watchers and also has canoes available for rent. The city recently opened an equestrian park.
Historical
Upon its incorporation, Pembroke Pines was primarily a dairy farm pasture.
Economy
The city has seen rapid growth since its incorporation.
| Population [details] | 164,259 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 69.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1030.79 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 33.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 73.54 °F/52.21 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.59 °F/74.09 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 51.43 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 60 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99.7 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Jacksonville (303.68 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | FORT LAUDERDALE/HOLLYWOOD INTERNATIONAL (11.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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