Ohio · Metropolitan Area
Lima is a mid-size city in Ohio with a population of 35,304. Residents earn $43,370 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lima receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Lima has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lima is $43,370, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lima is $95,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 923 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,882 per 100,000, 149% above the national average.
11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Lima experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,370 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,953 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,131 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,211 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,586 |
| County GDP | $11,167M |
| Restaurants | 216 |
| Healthcare | 265 |
| Retail | 361 |
| Manufacturing | 118 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,999 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.21% |
| Commute Time | 17.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $95,900 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,812 |
| Median List Price | $100,500 |
| Median List Price | $100,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $99 |
| Homes Sold | 26 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.7% |
| Price Drops | 43.0% |
| Inventory | 107 |
| Census Median Rent | $865 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,151 |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,999 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.21% |
| Obesity | 45.7% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.1% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.7% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,482/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 265 |
| Total Violent | 922.5/100K |
| 143% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.8/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Rape | 104.5/100K |
| Robbery | 185.6/100K |
| Assault | 624.6/100K |
| Total Property | 4,881.8/100K |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,547.1/100K |
| Theft | 3,138.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 196.0/100K |
| Arson | 68.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.2 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 18.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 13.6 sq mi (35.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,592/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7407°N, 84.1121°W |
| County FIPS | 39003 |
Winner: Republican by 44.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.8% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,592/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 14 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 21 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 265 |
| Restaurants | 216 |
| Retail Stores | 361 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 17.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |