Median Income
$53,906
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$183,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How Lima Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population237
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density423/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A
Median Income$53,906
Per Capita$27,064
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$57M
Commute7 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$183,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,440
Health
Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.4 in/yr
Elevation6,253 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute7 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Lima a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lima receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $53,906, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lima is $183,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lima has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.4 inches, including 52.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Lima has a population of 237 with a density of 423 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lima is $53,906, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,906 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,064 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,579 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 49 |
| County GDP | $57M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 6.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
The median home value in Lima is $183,100, 35% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,440.
Home Values
| Census Median | $183,100 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $271,440 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Lima, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lima vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.8% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.9% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.4% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 5.4% |
Crime Rates: Lima vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Lima has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.4 inches |
| 73% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 52.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,253 ft (1,906 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 423/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6383°N, 112.5918°W |
| County FIPS | 16033 |