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La Mirada, California, in Los Angeles county, is 3 miles N of Buena Park, California (center to center) and 8 miles NW of Anaheim, California. The city has been recognized as a "Best Place to Live" location by CNN Money Magazine.
Some of the priorities used while compiling the list were low crime rates, arts and leisure opportunities and quality of schools. La Mirada is primarily a residential community which contains some light industry. The municipality includes a significant Hispanic population. The name of the city derives from the Spanish for "view." The town features a mild year-round climate.
La Mirada was established by Andrew McNally, the founder of Rand McNally Publishing Company and Edwin Neff. In 1888 McNally bought a large acreage and established the Windemere Ranch which became a prominent olive oil processing facility. He also constructed a railroad station which provided an opportunity to ship his olive oil and citrus crops all over the country. During 1896 McNally and Neff founded the La Mirada Land Company and began to advertise tracts of land for sale. In 1953 they sold their land, which was one of the biggest real estate sales in the state. The city was incorporated in 1960 and experienced a major housing boom.
Splash is a popular aquatics center and features a variety of venues. The popular La Mirada Regional Park is situated in a rolling hills landscape and contains a fishing pond and is popular for picnics. The scenic Creek Park includes a path for walking and bicycle riding. The La Mirada Gymnasium is popular for a variety of sports.
Golf enthusiasts enjoy playing at the La Mirada Golf Course. The municipality includes a vast amount of park acreage for outdoor activities. The nearby Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm and Adventure City are popular destinations. The county features an extensive coastline which provides opportunities for outdoor recreation.
The city is served by the La Mirada Transit.
The city is home to Biola University, an evangelical Christian college.
Comparing La Mirada to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):
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