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La Mirada, California

Introduction to La Mirada, California

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 History

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.

La Mirada Attractions

  • La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is a notable Broadway style venue.
  • McCoy/Rigby Entertainment provides a variety of musicals.
  • Concerts Under the Stars takes place at La Mirada Regional Park.
  • Homestead Museum.
  • La Mirada Symphony.
  • Neff Park includes the historic Neff House.
  • Biola University offers concerts, dramas and dance performances.

La Mirada Activities

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.

La Mirada Transportation

The city is served by the La Mirada Transit.

La Mirada Higher Education

The city is home to Biola University, an evangelical Christian college.

High Points

La Mirada strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyLa Mirada Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%La Mirada Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of La Mirada, CA

Comparing La Mirada to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Senior Citizens78
Female Share of the Population68
Well-Paid Single Men66
Well-Paid Single Women67
Age of the Population66
Male Share of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size108
Portion of People Married99

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income88
People in Middle Class or Better88
People Above Poverty88
College Educated Adults66

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work97
Working at Home53
Public Transportation Use55
Short Commute Times34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes65
Housing Recently Built32
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22
Affordability of Rents24
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
People Living Alone24

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime87
Low Violent Crime66
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