Hialeah

Hialeah is a large city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, positioned northwest of Miami along the Miami Canal. The city sits on flat terrain about 2 meters above sea level and features a mix of industrial zones and residential neighborhoods.

Aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss and cattleman James H. Bright founded the city in 1921, and it became officially incorporated in 1925. Hialeah Park Race Track opened the same year and grew into a major recreational venue for the region.

The population of 223,109 residents includes 94 percent Hispanic or Latino inhabitants, with 89.5 percent of households speaking Spanish as their primary language.

Florida National University maintains its main campus here and offers higher education to local and international students. The Miami Canal runs through the area and serves as a landmark for visitors navigating the streets.

Hialeah Park Race Track has housed a flock of flamingos since its opening in 1925, living within the landscaped grounds. These birds have become a recognizable symbol of the venue and draw visitors who come to see them alongside the racing events.

Location: Miami-Dade County

Elevation above the sea: 2 m

Website: http://hialeahfl.gov

GPS coordinates: 25.86056,-80.29389

Latest update: December 13, 2025 00:24