Cost of Living in La Mirada, CA
Population: 46,945 • 2026 Data
$110,177
Median Household Income
+42% vs national
$2,052
Median Monthly Rent
+52% vs national
$763,200
Median Home Value
+125% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in La Mirada
The median home value in La Mirada, CA is $763,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,052, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,311.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in La Mirada, CA is $110,177. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 23,792 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.