Carol City, Florida

Carol City: Census designated place

About

Carol City is a CDP located in the county of Miami-Dade in the U.S. state of Florida.

Exploring the Vibrant Community of Carol City, Florida

Located in northern Miami-Dade County, Carol City is a rapidly-growing suburban area just north of Miami. With its Caribbean culture, popular attractions, and diverse communities, Carol City offers a dynamic South Florida lifestyle.

Overview of Carol City

Carol City spans around 5 square miles between Miami Gardens and Opa Locka. It was developed as a planned community in the 1950s and reached its peak population in the 1990s. Today, around 60,000 residents call Carol City home.

The community is predominantly African American and Caribbean American. This vibrant culture can be felt in area restaurants, markets, and annual celebrations like Caribbean Carnival.

Top Attractions

Some of the main attractions bringing visitors to Carol City include:

  • Calder Casino and Race Course - Horse racing, casino gaming, dining and entertainment.
  • Central Shopping Plaza - Shopping center featuring fashion, Caribbean shops, and dining.
  • Amelia Earhart Park - Large urban wilderness park with trails, mountain biking, and a petting zoo.
  • Caribbean Marketplace - Open air market selling tropical produce, Caribbean street food, and crafts.

Annual Events

In addition to Caribbean Carnival, popular annual events in Carol City include Jazz in the Gardens music festival each March and the Thanksgiving Reggae Fest. These events showcase both Caribbean and African American heritage and music.

With its rich diversity and lively culture, Carol City provides a unique South Florida experience.

Quick Facts about Carol City

Population : 63,031
Country : United States of America
State : Florida (United States)
County : Miami-Dade County
Postal code : 33055–33056
Phone Area Codes : 305
Area : 20000000 km2
Altitude : 3 feet / 1 meters
Time Zone : America/New_York
Local time : 05:22:05 (29th March 2024)

Geography

Carol City is located at 25°56'26"N 80°14'44"W (25.9406500, -80.2456000).

Carol City map

Carol City

People born in Carol City (2)

People born in Carol City, including rapper from Florida Flo Rida, rapper, singer, and visual artist from Florida Denzel Curry, .

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Schools in Carol City

College & universities near Carol City, FL

Code Name City ZIP
137476 St. Thomas University Miami Gardens (FL) 33054-6459

Stations (6)

Amtrak & bus stations near Carol City, FL

Code Name Address Type
MIA Miami Intermodal Center 8303 NW 37th Ave RAIL
HOL Hollywood 3001 Hollywood Blvd RAIL
FTL Fort Lauderdale 200 S.W. 21 Terrace RAIL
DFB Deerfield Beach 1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd RAIL
DLB Delray Beach 345 South Congress Ave RAIL

Post offices near Carol City

Post Office Name City ZIP
Carol City Post Office Miami Gardens (FL) 33056

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Miami Beach 87,726 A city in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
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Homestead 69,292 The most populous city in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
Doral 67,792 A city in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
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Fountainebleau 59,764 Census designated place
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Tamiami 55,271 Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Hammocks 51,003 Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida
Coral Gables 49,130 A city in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
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Cutler Bay 43,203 Incorporated town in Miami-Dade County, Florida
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Distance to Other Cities

Carol City distances to largest Florida cities