La Mirada is a city located in southeast Los Angeles County, California, in the United States. Situated on the border with Orange County, it is recognized as one of the Gateway Cities.
As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 48,008. It serves as the home of Biola University, which is an evangelical Christian institution of higher education.
Notable local attractions include the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and the Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center.