Lima, MT

Montana

Lima is a small town in Montana with a population of 237. Residents earn $53,906 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
237 Population 423/sq mi density
$53,906 Median Income $27,064 per capita
$183,100 Home Value $271,440 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,906 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$183,100 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

237
Total Population
423
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

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 $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: Lima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)49
County GDP$57M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.9 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lima is $183,100, 35% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,440.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied93.5%

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

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate68.4%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.7/10
Exercise Access5.4%

Crime Rates: Lima vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.4 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall52.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,253 ft (1,906 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates44.6383°N, 112.5918°W
County FIPS16033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density423/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.9 min
Work from Home8.6%

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