Lima, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lima is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,834. Residents earn $76,953 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,834 Population 1,928/sq mi density
$76,953 Median Income $48,428 per capita
$372,300 Home Value
$2,343 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,953 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$372,300 home value, $2,343/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,953
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $372,300
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,343
101% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,834
Median Age66.3 yrs
Density1,928/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,953
Per Capita$48,428
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$372,300
Rent$2,343
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation327 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute34 min
Libraries28

Is Lima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lima receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lima stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lima is $76,953, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lima is $372,300, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,343 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lima enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lima has a population of 2,834 with a density of 1,928 people per square mile. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 3% Black.

Population

2,834
Total Population
1,928
People / sq mi
66.3yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.2%
Female 68.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lima is $76,953, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,953
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,428
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lima is $372,300, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,343 (101% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$372,300
32% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,343
101% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Lima has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation327 ft (100 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Coordinates39.9194°N, 75.4415°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home16.7%

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