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South Lima, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

South Lima is a small town in New York with a population of 219. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
219 Population 249/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $59,945 per capita
$166,300 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,300 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $166,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female64% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$59,945
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking11.4%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation880 ft (268 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+17.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries8

Is South Lima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Lima receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. South 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 South Lima is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Lima is $166,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

South Lima experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 51.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

South Lima has a population of 219 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

219
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.5%
Female 36.5%

Race & Ethnicity

South Lima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Lima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Lima is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: South Lima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,945
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$70,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,495
County GDP$3,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare119
Retail201
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Lima is $166,300, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,300
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.5%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,178
134% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In South Lima, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,199
Dentists1:1,984
Mental Health1:637
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death5,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities119
South Lima has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall51.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation880 ft (268 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates42.8574°N, 77.6760°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+17.4%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants133
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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