Kendall West, Florida facts for kids
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Kendall West, Florida
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Location in Miami-Dade County and the state of Florida
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U.S. Census Bureau map showing boundaries
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| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  Florida |
| County |  Miami-Dade |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.01 sq mi (7.80 km2) |
| • Land | 2.75 sq mi (7.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.26 sq mi (0.67 km2) |
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 36,536 |
| • Density | 13,276.16/sq mi (5,126.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
33185, 33193 (Miami)
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| Area code(s) | 305, 786, 645 |
| FIPS code | 12-36121 |
Kendall West is a community in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is west of the Florida Turnpike. This area is part of the larger Miami metropolitan area in South Florida. In 2020, about 36,536 people lived here.
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Exploring Kendall West's Location
Kendall West is located about 17 miles (27 km) west-southwest of downtown Miami. It is easy to find on a map using its coordinates: 25°42′20″N 80°26′26″W.
This community shares its borders with other places. To the east, you'll find Kendale Lakes. To the south, it borders The Hammocks. The areas to the west and north are mostly farmland or undeveloped land.
How Big is Kendall West?
The total area of Kendall West is about 3.01 square miles (7.80 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, covering about 2.75 square miles (7.13 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.26 square miles (0.67 square kilometers), is water.
People Living in Kendall West
The number of people living in Kendall West has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 6,038 | — | |
| 2000 | 38,034 | 529.9% | |
| 2010 | 36,154 | −4.9% | |
| 2020 | 36,536 | 1.1% | |
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In 2020, there were 36,536 people living in Kendall West. These people lived in 11,474 households, and 9,438 of these were families.
Schools in Kendall West
Public schools in Kendall West are managed by Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Here are some of the schools in the area:
- Bowman Ashe/Doolin K-8 Academy
- Jane S. Roberts K-8 Center
- Dante B. Fascell Elementary School
There are also Charter schools available, like:
- Pinecrest Academy (South Campus)
See also
In Spanish: Kendall West para niños
