90638 Zip Code, La Mirada

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in La Mirada

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 34 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 46
54% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 90638 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 90638 in La Mirada, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 34, which is 66% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in La Mirada.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 36). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 36 (64% below avg)

90638 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and La Mirada city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
42 -58% Low
Assault
66 -34% Low
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
38 -62% Low
Larceny / Theft
36 -64% Low
Vehicle Theft
63 -37% Low

90638 Crime Map

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90638 Demographics & Context

Population
50,554
Median Income
$101,320
Home Value
$760,744
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
6,392/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.2%
Graduate Degree 10.7%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.3%
Black 2.3%
Hispanic 40.7%
Asian 21.3%
90638 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 90638, La Mirada?

Zip code 90638 in La Mirada, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 34, which is 66% below the national average. Zip code 90638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in La Mirada.

Is Zip code 90638 a safe neighborhood in La Mirada?

Zip code 90638 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in La Mirada, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 36). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in La Mirada.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 90638?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 90638 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 90638?

Zip code 90638 has a population of approximately 50,554. The median household income is $101,320. The median home value is $760,744. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 90638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 90638's overall crime rate is 66% below the national average (index 34 vs 100). Within La Mirada, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.