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Lima, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Hancock County County
Lima, IL
At a Glance
How Lima Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lima's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lima a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lima residents earn a median household income of $71,250 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,805. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 412 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lima is $89,200 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $188,901. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Lima reports 129 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 129/100K.
Education
5.0% of adults in Lima hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 84.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lima has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.