Lima

OH

Allen County, Ohio

Population 101K |Median income $64,038 |4 hospitals

Population
101,348
Allen County
Median Income
$64,038
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$165,300
-27% vs avg
Median Age
39.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
101K-4%
Median Income
$64,038+50%
Median Home Value
$165,300+57%
Poverty Rate
13.3%-28%
Unemployment
5.7%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$922/mo
Poverty Rate
13.3% -6% vs avg
Unemployment 5.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.1%
Work From Home 4.8%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 80%
African American 9.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.9%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.1%
Obesity
39.7%
High Blood Pressure
38.7%
Physical Inactivity
29.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.3%
Current Smoking
17%
Binge Drinking
16.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.6%
Diabetes
14.5%
Current Asthma
11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58%
Annual Checkup 81.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
LIMA MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM
LIMA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MERCY HEALTH-ST RITA'S MEDICAL CENTER
LIMA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Lima Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lima, OH? ▼
Lima, OH has a population of 101,348 people, located in Allen County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Lima? ▼
The median household income in Lima, OH is $64,038 per year. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
What is the median home value in Lima? ▼
The median home value in Lima, OH is $165,300. Median rent is $922/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lima? ▼
The top health indicators in Lima include Short Sleep Duration (40.1%), Obesity (39.7%), High Blood Pressure (38.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lima? ▼
Lima has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lima? ▼
The median age in Lima, OH is 39.7 years. 20.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lima, OH is located in Allen County, Ohio. With a population of 101K and a median household income of $64,038, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lima area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Allen County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.