The district has the highest median income in the state, thanks to wealthy Keys residents and upscale suburbanites. The district wraps around the Miami area, but includes many former Miami residents who headed north to Broward County seeking suburban life. Tourism and fishing represent the bulk of business in the Keys, while western Broward teems with shopping centers and suburban development. Davie, closer to the Everglades, has retained a rural feel and is known for its cattle ranches.
Plantation has more upscale homes and light industry.
Jewish retirees help give the district its overall Democratic bent, but Republicans have been competitive in local and state elections.