California · Metropolitan Area
La Mirada is a mid-size city in California with a population of 46,945. Residents earn $110,177 per year, which is 47% above the national average.
Based on current data, La Mirada receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. La Mirada offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in La Mirada is $110,177, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places La Mirada among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in La Mirada is $763,200, making it a premium housing market at 171% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,052 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in La Mirada is below the national average at 181 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,289 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
La Mirada enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 56.5% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 43.5% |
| 225% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $110,177 |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,536 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
| Commute Time | 32.0 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
| Census Median | $763,200 |
| 171% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $875,968 |
| Median List Price | $879,000 |
| Median List Price | $879,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $568 |
| Homes Sold | 18 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 22.0% |
| Inventory | 41 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,052 |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,200 |
| Rent Burden | 33.8% |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
| Obesity | 23.3% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.7% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 3.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 180.6/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Murder | 2.0/100K |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Rape | 8.1/100K |
| Robbery | 44.7/100K |
| Assault | 125.8/100K |
| Total Property | 1,288.6/100K |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 253.7/100K |
| Theft | 882.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 152.2/100K |
| Arson | 2.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.0 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,003/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9020°N, 118.0090°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.7% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,003/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 17 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 21 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 32.0 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |