Explore Key Biscayne, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Key Biscayne |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Miami-Dade County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 25.693713 |
| Longitude | -80.162825 |
| Population | 14,809 |
| Density | 4585.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 33149 |
| Area Code | 305, 786 |
| County Seat | Miami |
| School District | Dade County School District |
Key Biscayne occupies a slender, low-lying sliver of land that serves as a quiet barrier against the open coastline. It lies 5.9 miles south-southeast of Miami, FL (from Miami, FL: bearing 161°T), and is situated 7.0 miles south-southwest of Miami Beach. The geography of Key Biscayne consists of a fragile, sandy foundation where the humid air often hangs heavy with the scent of salt and drying mangroves. To the west, the calm waters of Biscayne Bay stretch toward the mainland, reflecting the shifting violet hues of the sky at dusk. Inland from the shore, the terrain remains remarkably flat, characterized by dense subtropical vegetation that thrives in the moisture of the region. Those who walk through Village Green Park find a small, verdant refuge that anchors the center of this island life.
Early records suggest that Key Biscayne functioned for generations as a quiet outpost defined by coconut plantations and the slow labor of small-scale agriculture. The local economy has since shifted away from those agrarian roots, evolving into a residential enclave that prioritizes leisure and the careful stewardship of its shoreline. While no heavy industry marks the landscape, the rhythm of daily commerce is dictated by the needs of residents who value the seclusion provided by the surrounding water. Beyond the immediate reach of the island, the Coral Gables Waterway flows five miles away, serving as a distant reminder of the mainland's busier commercial channels. Even the distant waters of Hammock Lake, situated seven miles inland, seem a world away from the maritime focus of the local workforce.
Cultural life on Key Biscayne is defined by a serene, international atmosphere that draws people who appreciate the stillness of a life lived near the water. Residents often gather at the local lighthouse, a historic landmark that stands as a silent witness to the passage of ships navigating the nearby channels. The island occasionally hosts world-class tennis events, drawing athletes and spectators who fill the quiet streets with a temporary, vibrant energy. Notable figures such as the tennis legend Steffi Graf have spent significant time here, drawn perhaps by the privacy that the geography affords. Throughout the year, the social calendar remains unhurried, reflecting the steady, predictable pulse of the tides that wash against the edge of the land.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Key Biscayne, Florida. Coordinates: 25.693713, -80.162825. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Key Biscayne includes the ZIP code (33149), telephone area code (305, 786), county seat of Miami-Dade County (Miami), and school district assignment (Dade County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |