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Lima, IL

Illinois

Lima is a small town in Illinois with a population of 231. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
231 Population 1,650/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $23,805 per capita
$89,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,200 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,200
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

How Lima Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population231
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,650/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$23,805
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$824M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden25.1%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.0%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries8

Is Lima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lima receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lima offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lima is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lima is $89,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lima experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lima has a population of 231 with a density of 1,650 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

231
Total Population
1,650
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lima is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,805
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare25
Retail63
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lima is $89,200, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,200
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Lima, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lima vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,480
Dentists1:2,874
Mental Health1:464
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death7,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Lima has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,650/sq mi
Coordinates40.1770°N, 91.3783°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,650/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants37
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

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