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Lima City, Allen County, Ohio, has a 2022 estimated population of about 35,000. The median age is 35 years. Females make up 52%, males 48% of residents. Racially, Lima is approximately 62% White, 25% Black or African American, 9% Hispanic or Latino, and 4% other races or multiracial. These demographics reflect a diverse and relatively young urban community in northwest Ohio.

In Lima city, Allen County, OH, transportation is primarily car-dependent, with about 90% of commuters driving alone and only around 0.5% using public transit, per the U.S. Census. The average commute time is roughly 18 minutes. Public transit is limited, mainly served by RTA buses. Most households (over 91%) own at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs include Lima Memorial Health System, Procter & Gamble, and local manufacturing plants. The city’s infrastructure consists of highways like I-75 and US-30, facilitating regional connectivity and supporting its manufacturing and healthcare-based economy.

Lima, Allen, OH, features a homeownership rate of approximately 55%, with median home values around $110,000 and average monthly rents near $800. The housing market shows slow annual growth of 2–3%. Common housing types include single-family homes, duplexes, and some apartments. Notable neighborhoods are Shawnee, Westgate, and Elida. Lima’s property tax rate is about 1.3%, making it affordable compared to the national average.

Lima, Allen County, OH has multiple healthcare facilities, including Lima Memorial Health System (328 beds) and Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center (424 beds), alongside outpatient clinics and urgent care centers. The county boasts a primary care physician ratio of around 1,500:1 and hospital admission rates near the Ohio average. About 9% of residents are uninsured, and 60% rely on employer-based insurance. Patient demographics are 79% White, 13% Black, 3% Hispanic. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes (11%), and obesity (34%). Access to healthcare is above average for the region, supported by various healthcare providers and networks.

Lima, Allen County, OH, hosts around 20 public schools, including Lima Senior High. The high school graduation rate is about 87%, while around 17% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district’s average GreatSchools score is approximately 4/10. Lima offers adult education through Rhodes State College and the University of Northwestern Ohio. School safety measures include campus security and anti-bullying programs. Educational programs emphasize STEM, career tech, and special education, aiming to improve overall performance and college readiness.