| | La Mirada, CA | Brea, CA | United States |
| Overall | 161.7 | 164.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 102.2 | 103.5 | 100 |
| Health | 88.9 | 93.4 | 100 |
| Housing | 240.3 | 303.5 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $761,200 | $942,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,950.0% | 9,980.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 159.6 | 125.5 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 133.4 | 155.8 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for La Mirada 
3 Reviews
Los Angeles/Orange County undoubtedly has some of the best weather in America. The temperature fluctuates between 50 at the lowest and 108 at the highest, and you will More
The weather is beautiful, the crime is low, the area is full of green areas and trees. It is close to shopping, restaurants, culture, and entertainment The bad part is More
Lots of trees and parks. Decent schools. Freeway close to the centers of LA and OC. Low crime. Great place to raise children. A dog park in Fullerton about 20 mins. More
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I have lived in Orange County and Los Angeles County for over 20 years. The cost of living has prompted 3 friends to move to the Central Valley, Oregon and Washington More
I loved living here in Brea, CA for over 17 years. It is a great community. For being a small north Orange County city it has a lot to offer. Schools are really More
Great city in N. Orange County. Affordable with lots of More
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