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La Mirada, CA

La Mirada is a city in southeast Los Angeles County, California United States, and is one of the Gateway Cities. The population was 48,008 at the 2020 census. The La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and the Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center is two of its major attractions. It is the home of Biola University, an evangelical Christian institution of higher education.

La Mirada (Spanish for the look) was the creation of two men, Andrew McNally, a printer and mapmaker from Chicago (see Rand McNally), and his son-in-law Edwin Neff. In 1888, McNally purchased over 2,200 acres (8.9 km2) of Rancho Los Coyotes, south of Whittier, for $200,000. He developed 700 acres (2.8 km2) into his own home called Windermere Ranch and surrounded it with olive, orange, and lemon groves. McNally built a plant to process the olive oil, which was of the best quality, as well as a railroad station on Stage Road. From here his olive oil and fruit were shipped all over the U.S.

In 1896, McNally turned his property over to his daughter and his son-in-law. McNally and Neff formed the La Mirada Land Company, which published a booklet entitled "The Country Gentleman in California", advertising parcels of land for sale including pictures, a map, and descriptions of the scenic olive, alfalfa, lemon, and grapefruit groves.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.9 square miles (20 km2). 7.8 square miles (20 km2) of it is land and 0.02 square miles (0.052 km2) of it (0.22%) is water. The city is on the border between Orange and Los Angeles counties. The cities that border it on the Los Angeles County side are Santa Fe Springs to the west and Cerritos to the southwest; and unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County such as East Whittier, and South Whittier to the north. The cities bordering it in Orange County are Fullerton and La Habra to the east and Buena Park to the south. 

La Mirada emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by La Mirada’s Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Gold's Gym, UFC Gym and Crunch Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around La Mirada, such as Oak Creek Park and the La Mirada Community Regional Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in La Mirada, CA are Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center, Ralph B Clark Park, and La Mirada Community Regional Park. 

Population: 46,367 (2024). ZIP codes: 90637–90639. Area codes: 562, 657/714. Elevation: 194 ft. Area: 7.9 square miles (20 km2). 

FAQs

Is La Mirada, CA a good city to live in?

La Mirada is in Los Angeles County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in La Mirada offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In La Mirada, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many young professionals live in La Mirada and residents tend to be liberal.

What is La Mirada, CA famous for?

La Mirada places a strong emphasis on City beautification, with well-maintained parkways, streets, and parks. The La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is one of the finest in Southern California, featuring plays, musicals, and children's productions. The City's motto is "Dedicated to Service".

Is La Mirada, CA expensive to live?

The median home price in La Mirada is $912,500 with a median price per sqft of $556. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in La Mirada to be 235.2% of the national average. This makes it one of the most expensive cities in the US.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of La Mirada

Los Angeles County

La Mirada’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Gold's Gym

UFC Gym 

Crunch Fitness

Oak Creek Park

La Mirada Community Regional Park

Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center

Ralph B Clark Park

La Mirada Community Regional Park

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