Miami is a sunny, Latin American-flavoured city on US Eastern time, with beaches, a big tech and finance scene in Brickell, art in Wynwood and flights to the whole of Latin America and the Caribbean. Florida has no state income tax, which has drawn many remote workers and companies.
It is expensive, very car-centred, and hot and humid for much of the year. This guide covers what you need to set up for a month or more. For sights as a visitor, see the Miami travel guide.
Miami for Digital Nomads at a Glance#
Why Miami Works for Remote Workers#
- Winter sun. Warm, sunny days from November to April.
- US Eastern time. No time difference for New York teams.
- No state income tax. Florida residents pay only federal income tax.
- Latin America’s gateway. Direct flights to almost every capital in the region.
- Beaches and culture. South Beach, Wynwood’s murals, Little Havana and a huge food scene.
Who It Suits (and Who It Doesn't)#
Miami suits high earners, US-hours workers and people who want sun, beaches and a Latin culture without leaving the US. It suits you less on a budget, without a car, or in summer, when heat, humidity and hurricane risk peak.
Visas#
Visitors from visa-waiver countries can stay up to 90 days with an ESTA; others need a US visa. The US has no nomad visa, and its visitor rules do not clearly cover remote work for a foreign employer. US citizens moving to Florida pay no state income tax once they are Florida residents.
What It Costs#
These are monthly costs for one person renting a furnished one-bed in a central neighbourhood, in US dollars.
| Monthly cost | Typical range (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Furnished 1-bed apartment, monthly | $2,400 - $3,800 | In Brickell, Edgewater, Wynwood or Miami Beach; short-term rules vary by building and city |
| Electricity and water | $80 - $200 | Air-con most of the year |
| Home internet | Fibre from AT&T or Xfinity cable | |
| Coworking | $200 - $450 | Day passes about $30-75 |
| Food (groceries plus eating out often) | $500 - $900 | Cuban cafes and ventanitas are the cheap option |
| Transport | $60 - $400 | Metrorail, Metromover (free), Brightline trains, Uber; many people drive |
| Phone plan with data | $25 - $60 | Prepaid or eSIM US plans |
| Gym | Often included in towers; beach workouts are free | |
| Social life and extras | $300 - $700 | Bars, clubs and restaurants are expensive |
These are ballpark estimates, not quotes. Real costs vary hugely with your lifestyle, which neighbourhood you live in, how often you eat out or take taxis, the season and the exchange rate. Use them to compare places, then check current prices before you commit.
Ways to save: live in Little Havana or further from the water, eat at Cuban cafes and ventanitas, use the free Metromover in Brickell, and come outside the winter peak.
Where to Live#
Most remote workers live in Brickell, Wynwood and Edgewater, or Miami Beach.
| Neighbourhood | Vibe | 1-bed / month | Best for | Getting around |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brickell | The financial district of towers, rooftop pools, restaurants and nightlife | $2,500-3,800 | City life and walkability | Metromover and Metrorail |
| Wynwood and Edgewater | Street art, galleries, breweries and new towers by the bay | $2,300-3,500 | Creatives and coworking | Uber; Metromover nearby |
| Miami Beach (South Beach) | The beach, Art Deco, Lincoln Road and nightlife | $2,400-4,000 | Beach life | Buses, free trolleys and Uber |
| Coconut Grove | Leafy, bayfront and relaxed, with cafes and marinas | $2,500-3,800 | Calm and greenery | Metrorail and Uber |
| Little Havana | Cuban cafes, music and Calle Ocho, close to Brickell | $1,700-2,600 | Culture and lower rents | Buses and Uber |
Furnished monthly rentals are listed on Airbnb, Furnished Finder, Blueground and Zillow. Many buildings and cities limit short-term rentals, so check the rules. Ask whether the building has impact windows and a generator.
Coworking Spaces#
Day passes cost about $30 to $75. Prices below are as published or recently reported.
Terminal Wynwood
A coworking and office space in Wynwood with one of the better-value day passes in the city.
Best for: Value in Wynwood
Mindspace Wynwood
A design-led coworking space on North Miami Avenue with events and a creative community.
Best for: A stylish workspace
WeWork Brickell City Centre
A WeWork in the Brickell City Centre complex, convenient for anyone living in Brickell.
Best for: Working in Brickell
Cafes in Wynwood, Brickell and Coconut Grove are used for laptop work, and public libraries are free.
Internet and SIM Cards#
Fibre from AT&T and cable from Xfinity are widely available, often 500 Mbps to 1 Gbps. Visitors can buy prepaid US SIMs or eSIMs.
Getting Around#
Miami is car-centred. Metrorail links the airport and downtown, the free Metromover loops around Brickell and downtown, and Brightline trains run to Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Orlando. Uber and Lyft are widely used. Brickell, South Beach and Wynwood are walkable in the cooler months.
Weather and When to Go#
November to April is the best time: warm and dry, and also peak season. May to October is hot, humid and stormy, and hurricane season runs from June to November, peaking from August to October.
Community and Meeting People#
Miami’s tech community is active: coworking events, startup meetups, run clubs, beach volleyball and Miami tech and remote-work groups are the easiest ways in. Spanish is spoken everywhere.
Health and Safety#
The main neighbourhoods are generally safe with normal big-city precautions. Car break-ins are common. Healthcare is excellent but very expensive, so make sure your health insurance covers the US.
Miami Digital Nomad FAQs#
Is Miami good for digital nomads?
Yes, for high earners on US hours who want winter sun, beaches and a Latin culture. It is expensive and car-centred, with a hot, stormy summer.
How much does it cost to live in Miami?
About $4,500 a month for a comfortable life with your own flat, from about $3,200 on a budget. These are ballpark figures.
Does Florida have a state income tax?
No. Florida residents pay only federal income tax.
Where should remote workers live in Miami?
Brickell for city life and walkability, Wynwood and Edgewater for art and coworking, and Miami Beach for the beach.
Last reviewed October 2026. Prices and venues change: check before you commit to a month.