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Miami, FL - A recent study by ConsumerAffairs has revealed Miami's troubling position as one of the worst cities for traffic in the U.S.
The city ranked No. 3, jumping from No. 12 in 2024, as its congestion worsened significantly.
The study measured traffic based on three factors: average commute times, hours of congestion, and fatal car crashes per 100,000 people.
Miami’s daily commute time averages just over 29 minutes, ranking it 12th among the cities studied.
While the city saw a decrease in fatal crashes by more than 18%, it faced a steep rise in congestion, with drivers spending over 6.5 hours in traffic on an average weekday.
This marks a nearly 50% increase from last year.
The total amount of congestion in Miami is the third-worst in the country, with an equivalent of 70 full days spent in traffic annually.
While congestion often reduces the likelihood of fatal crashes by forcing vehicles to drive at slower speeds, Miami remains a concern.
The city ranks 11th worst for fatal car crashes, higher than the national average.
Miami is also the only city in the study’s top 10 to score worse than the national average in this metric.
Other Florida cities with notable traffic issues include Orlando, ranked No. 12; Tampa, ranked No. 13; and Jacksonville, ranked No. 23.
These findings reflect ongoing challenges for Florida’s roadways, which continue to face significant congestion and safety concerns.