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'''Miami-Dade County''' is a [[county (United States)|county]] located in the southeastern part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Florida]]. As of the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]], the population was 2,716,940, making it the most populous county in Florida and the seventh-most populous county in the United States. The county seat is [[Miami]], the principal city in the [[Miami metropolitan area]].
'''Miami-Dade County''' is a [[county (United States)|county]] located in the southeastern part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Florida]]. As of the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]], the population was 2,716,940, making it the most populous county in Florida and the seventh-most populous county in the United States. The county seat is [[Miami]], the principal city in the [[Miami metropolitan area]].
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Miami-Dade County is a county located in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2020 census, the population was 2,716,940, making it the most populous county in Florida and the seventh-most populous county in the United States. The county seat is Miami, the principal city in the Miami metropolitan area.

History[edit]

Miami-Dade County was created on January 18, 1836, under the name Dade County. It was named after Major Francis L. Dade, a soldier killed in 1835 in the Second Seminole War. The name was changed to Miami-Dade County in 1997 to acknowledge the international name recognition of Miami.

Geography[edit]

Miami-Dade County is located in the southeastern part of Florida. It is bordered by Broward County to the north, Collier County to the northwest, and Monroe County to the south and west. The eastern part of the county is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.

The county has a total area of 2,431 square miles, of which 1,898 square miles is land and 533 square miles is water. The county includes portions of the Everglades National Park and Biscayne National Park.

Demographics[edit]

As of the 2020 census, Miami-Dade County had a population of 2,716,940. The county is known for its cultural diversity, with a significant portion of the population being of Hispanic or Latino origin. The county is a major center for international trade, tourism, and finance.

Government[edit]

Miami-Dade County has a unique form of government known as a "two-tier federation." The county government provides services countywide and also serves as the local government for unincorporated areas. The county is governed by a mayor and a Board of County Commissioners.

Economy[edit]

The economy of Miami-Dade County is diverse, with major industries including international trade, tourism, finance, and healthcare. The county is home to the PortMiami, one of the largest cargo ports in the United States, and the Miami International Airport, a major hub for international flights.

Education[edit]

Miami-Dade County is served by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the fourth-largest public school district in the United States. The county is also home to several institutions of higher education, including Florida International University, University of Miami, and Miami Dade College.

Transportation[edit]

Miami-Dade County has an extensive transportation network, including highways, public transit, and airports. The county is served by the Miami-Dade Transit system, which includes the Metrorail, Metromover, and Metrobus. The county is also served by several major highways, including Interstate 95, Interstate 75, and Florida's Turnpike.

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Municipalities and communities of Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States

County seat: Miami

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