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Miami ranks No. 1 in US return-to-office levels, surpassing Manhattan
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- Miami has become the leading major metro for office return-to-work performance in June 2026, with office visits exceeding pre-pandemic 2019 levels, according to Placer.ai's Office Index.
- Miami has ranked No. 1 nationwide for post-pandemic return-to-office recovery in five of the last six months, surpassing New York, which held the second position.
- The city's pro-business climate, tax advantages, airport connectivity, local talent pool, and quality of life are driving companies to establish or expand their presence in Miami, transforming visits into leases and regional offices.
- Major firms like Amazon, Blackstone, IRU, and Simpro Group have significantly expanded their Miami footprints, with some tech companies growing their office space more than 25 times within two years.
- Miami's top office submarkets are commanding rents comparable to prestigious Manhattan locations, reflecting a flight to quality as companies seek upgraded office environments for hybrid or full-time return-to-office models.
