Miami Dangerous Neighborhoods – The Worst and Best Areas to Stay

For your next trip to Florida, you are wondering if there are any dangerous neighborhoods in Miami. Indeed, you want to book a hotel or an apartment in one of the best areas to stay in Miami. To do this, you need to be able to identify the Miami neighborhoods to avoid or red light districts.

That's the goal of this Miami neighborhood guide. The information used in this article has been gathered from various business media, local press, and statistical rankings and studies. It is therefore a synthesis of data that does not involve any judgment or discrimination.

Discover now this guide and its map which will help you identify the areas which have the reputation of being dangerous areas of Miami.

Is Miami a safe city in 2024?

Miami's crime rate, which was among the highest in the United States in the 80s and 90s, had fallen sharply in the 2000s. See the article « Miami, from drugs to tourism: a successful big gap"

However, Miami is still not among the safest cities in usa.

This is confirmed by the last Numbeo ranking of the most criminal cities in North America. Miami would be there 38th most criminal city of the 100 cities in the ranking with a crime index that is in the high average. See Numbeo site map:

North America Numbeo Crime Rate Map
North America Numbeo Crime Rate Map

Au world level, we can see that in 2024 Miami is not one of the most dangerous cities. It is average in terms of crime index.

In comparison, it is less criminal than cities like Cancun, Milan, Rome, London ou Paris.

Dangerous neighborhoods Miami police presence

Neighborhoods Miami Map

The city of Miami is divided into 13 large districts which are themselves made up of sub-districts. Among the best known, we cite Downtown Miami (city center and business district), overtown just above Downtown and midtown miami even further north.

To better locate Miami's worst and best neighborhoods, the map below may expand (https://goo.gl/maps/UDfzoc7aigs4YehK8:

Dangerous neighborhoods in Miami

Here are the neighborhoods that have the reputation of being the most dangerous in Miami (unclassified and non-exhaustive list):

Liberty city

This district of Miami also called Model City is notorious for its violent crimes and related to drug trafficking. The crimes are numerous and range from simple burglary, settling of scores and even shootings.

The rate of crimes and misdemeanors continues to increase for this area of ​​Miami. See the figures on areaviles.com.

overtown

This district is the most lively district of the city of Miami. But he is also affected by the violence due to drug phenomena. It would be according to the numbers one of the worst neighborhoods in Miami.

Little Haiti

Little Haiti is a district that deserves a visit during the day for its Caribbean atmosphere, its restaurants and its Caribbean Marketplace.

However, you should definitely avoid this area at night or late at night. Here is what Wikipedia says: " Little Haiti is one of the poorest neighborhoods in Miami. Crime is high there because of the presence of gangs and mafia networks."

Little Havana

This district is a nice little sample of Cuba, but it is also a dangerous area of ​​Miami.

Known to be dangerous, visitors are advised not to stray from tourist areas and not to walk there at night.

Wynwood

This district has always been a district to be avoided because there is a high rate of theft and petty crimes.

However, in recent years the Wynwood area known for its street art has grown into a more fashionable area.

Allahabad

This area used to be very safe, but today it has become a red light district in Miami.

Its crime rate is 125% above the national average even with a strong police presence. See the figures on: https://www.areavibes.com/miami-fl/allapattah/crime/


Best Miami neighborhoods

The most beautiful areas of Miami are of course also totally “secure” neighborhoods.

The best 5-star hotels and other palaces are grouped together in 3 main areas of Miami: Brickell, Coconut Grove et Miami Beach.

Here are their characteristics and their interest according to your type of stay:

Best neighborhoods to stay in Miami

For a stay in a chic, trendy and hyper modern district of Miami, I recommend the 2 rich districts of Miami: Brickell et Coconut Grove.

They are located on a long area on the edge of the Ocean which houses many offices, the largest banks but also the most beautiful luxury residences in the city. Biscayne Bay is one of Miami's trendiest areas with its rooftop bars, art galleries and beautiful luxury boutiques.

Here is one of the most beautiful hotel located on the island of Brickell key with a breathtaking view of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay: The Mandarin Oriental.

Best hotel in Britteay Miami area

Best area in Miami for tourists

To enjoy Miami during a tourist and seaside stay, I recommend you Miami Beach.

Here is a historic hotel in the heart of the Art Deco district of Miami Beach and all the entertainment of Ocean Boulevard: the Betsy Hotel.

Indeed, its location is simply ideal for tourists:

Hotel on Miami Beach

Cheap hotel Miami Beach

If you are on a tight budget like me, here is a very good hotel, well located and with excellent value for money:

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