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Gladeview, Florida
Location in Miami-Dade County and the state of Florida
Location in Miami-Dade County and the state of Florida
U.S. Census Bureau map showing CDP boundaries
U.S. Census Bureau map showing CDP boundaries
Country  United States of America
State  Florida
County Miami-Dade
Area
 • Total 2.56 sq mi (6.64 km2)
 • Land 2.56 sq mi (6.63 km2)
 • Water 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation
10 ft (3 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 14,927
 • Density 5,831/sq mi (2,248.0/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP Codes
33147, 33150 (Miami)
Area code(s) 305, 786, 645
FIPS code 12-25987
GNIS feature ID 1867144

Gladeview is a community in Miami-Dade County, Florida, in the United States. It is considered a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially governed as one. Gladeview is part of the larger Miami metropolitan area in South Florida.

In 2020, about 14,927 people lived in Gladeview. This was an increase from 11,535 people in 2010. Gladeview was once a neighborhood within the city of Miami. It became part of Miami in 1925. However, during the Great Depression, Miami stopped governing the area. Gladeview then became an unincorporated part of Miami-Dade County.

Where is Gladeview Located?

Gladeview is about 7 miles (11 km) northwest of downtown Miami. It is located at coordinates 25°50′24″N 80°14′8″W.

Neighboring Communities

Gladeview has several neighbors. To the south, you'll find Brownsville. The Miami neighborhood of Liberty City is to the east. To the north is West Little River. The city of Hialeah is located to the west of Gladeview.

Land and Water Area

The United States Census Bureau reports that Gladeview covers about 2.6 square miles (6.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.005 square miles (0.013 square kilometers), is water.

Population Changes in Gladeview

Historical population
Census Pop.
1980 18,919
1990 15,637 −17.3%
2000 14,468 −7.5%
2010 11,535 −20.3%
2020 14,927 29.4%
U.S. Decennial Census

The population of Gladeview has changed over the years. In 1980, it had nearly 19,000 residents. The number decreased for a while but has started to grow again.

Who Lives in Gladeview?

Gladeview CDP, Florida – Racial and ethnic composition
Note: the US Census treats Hispanic/Latino as an ethnic category. This table excludes Latinos from the racial categories and assigns them to a separate category. Hispanics/Latinos may be of any race.
Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) Pop 2010 Pop 2020 % 2010 % 2020
White (NH) 159 277 1.38% 1.86%
Black or African American (NH) 8,429 8,783 73.07% 58.84%
Native American or Alaska Native (NH) 10 9 0.09% 0.06%
Asian (NH) 23 18 0.20% 0.12%
Pacific Islander|Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) 0 1 0.00% 0.01%
Some other race (NH) 16 96 0.14% 0.64%
Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) 112 184 0.97% 1.23%
Hispanic or Latino (any race) 2,786 5,559 24.15% 37.24%
Total 11,535 14,927 100.00% 100.00%

The 2020 census showed that 14,927 people lived in Gladeview. There were 4,206 households and 2,758 families. The community is home to people from many different backgrounds.

Schools in Gladeview

The Miami-Dade County Public Schools system manages the public schools in the Gladeview area.

Elementary Schools

  • Poinciana Park Elementary School
  • Lillie C Evans Elementary School
  • Hialeah Elementary School
  • South Hialeah Elementary School
  • Gladeview Christian School

Middle Schools

  • Charles Drew K-8 Center
  • Miami Springs Middle School
  • Brownsville Middle School

High Schools

  • Miami Northwestern Senior High School
  • Miami Central High School
  • Miami Springs Senior High

Getting Around Gladeview: Transportation

Gladeview has several ways to get around. These include local buses, trains, and even long-distance passenger trains.

Metrorail Stations

The Miami Metrorail has two stations serving Gladeview:

  •      Northside (located at NW 79th Street and NW 32nd Avenue)
  •      Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza (located at NW 62nd Street and NW 27th Avenue)

Tri-Rail Service

The Tri-Rail commuter train also serves the area:

  •      Tri-Rail/Metrorail Transfer (located at NW 79th Street and NW 37th Avenue)

Amtrak Train Service

For longer trips, Amtrak trains are available:

  •      Amtrak-Miami station (located at NW 79th Street and NW 37th Avenue). This station offers service on the Silver Star and Silver Meteor routes.

See also

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