Bal Harbour FL is found on the northern tip of a barrier island, just off the coast from Miami. Also on this barrier island is Miami Beach and South Beach, offering a wide array of things to do. This particular area is known for being more private, and the homes can be quite luxurious.
The population of Bal Harbour is made up predominantly of white at 85% with several other ethnic backgrounds making up the remaining. Many people have bachelor or associate degrees at 48% and this adds to the overall level of professionals throughout the area.
The age ranges between 25 to 65 years and older, and the three categories that make up those age ranges are all close in percentage, with the 40 to 64 year old making up the majority. However, there are some children in the area as 19% of the population are 17 and under, which accounts for the fact that there is one school in Bal Harbour and several more down into Miami Beach.
28% of the population are married with or without children. There is another 30% that are only one person households and 35% that are considered non-family households, which also includes the same-sex couples who live in the village.
The people of Bal Harbour enjoy a high level of living. It is not known for its nightlife, as that is found on the southern tip of the barrier island in South Beach. Instead, the culture is quieter and more refined. There are no fast food restaurants. Instead, bistros, cafes, and fine dining opportunities are found within the area.
There are very few children found in this area – most people are either part of the working class or have already retired. Approximately 60% of the population are in the working class, and top industries that people are a part of include education, health, finance, real estate, and retail. The tourism industry is also popular here because of the large number of hotels and resorts.
Fitness trends are abundant here and much of this has to do with the walkability of the village as well as all of the recreation that is found throughout the area. Bike rentals are found along the beach and there are always water activities that are taking place. Parasailing, wave running, and more are all possibilities.
The cost of living is considerably higher in Bal Harbour than in comparison to the state of Florida or the national average. The nation is at 100 on the index, Florida is at 101 and Bal Harbour is at 160. This is predominantly due to the cost of housing, which is almost five times greater than the cost of homes in general for Florida.
There's fun in the sun year round and this adds to the quality of life found throughout Bal Harbour. The high in the area is 91 and the low is 51. While there can be a fair amount of rain through the summer months, there is no snow. Most activities take place rain or shine and this allows people to enjoy a considerable amount of outdoor recreation.
Residents love to go shopping in Bal Harbour and the Bal Harbour Shops offer a number of stores and boutiques for the fashionista. Premium jewelers are found, including Bvlgari. Further, there are legendary fashion designers with boutiques in this area of Miami Beach, including Gucci, Prada, Oscar de la Renta, and the list goes on and on.
Many people that live in this neighborhood are able to walk to where they want to go. Since Bal Harbour is less than a mile in distance across, people find it easy to where they want to go. However, since Bal Harbour is on a barrier island, some people who are involved in professional and health industries may have to travel off the island and commute times can be as much as an hour, when traveling to such areas as Aventura and North Miami.
Various hospitals are found in the area, making it easy to receive healthcare. This includes Mount Sinai Medical Center, which is seen as one of the best in the country, with doctors who are on the forefront of research and technology.
There is also less crime here than on the state average. There have been no violent crimes in recent years, with the majority of crimes being larceny/theft. Crime has dropped drastically since 2013.
Bal Harbour is best known for its luxurious homes. Found on the northern tip of the barrier island, people choose to live here because of the gorgeous high rises – many of which are $5 million and higher. While there are HOA fees to pay monthly, it provides access to a wide array of amenities, including gyms, spas, 24 hour valet, and much more.
The entire area is walkable, making it possible to not only walk throughout Bal Harbour, but also the rest of Miami Beach. Some people choose to walk or bike all the way from one end of the barrier island to the other, which allows one to access South Beach and all the area has to offer.
Bal Harbour is also known for being very private. The beach within this neighborhood is completely private, which means the only way to get into the beach is by being a resident or being a traveler through one of the hotels. Many people want to get into this area, however, due to the wide layout as well as the calm surf.
