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Lima, OH vs Portsmouth, OH

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Are people in Portsmouth older or younger than people in Lima?
- The Median Age in Portsmouth is 2.2 years older than in Lima.

Are housing costs cheaper in Portsmouth or Lima?
- Portsmouth housing costs are 33.4% less expensive than Lima housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Portsmouth or Lima?
- The average commute for residents of Portsmouth is 1.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Lima.

Things to do in Lima?
Lima, Ohio lies within Allen County giving tourists leisure areas such as Uniopolis Community Complex combined with employment opportunities at Mercy Health St Rita’s along with entertainment opportunities at Cinema 8 Grandview Heights.

Things to do in Portsmouth?
Portsmouth, OH is an attractive town south of Scioto County home to numerous wonderful sights including Shawnee State Park displaying tranquil grounds and gardens or U.S. Grant Birthplace ideal for picnicking; they organize vibrant events like International Street Fair each June.

 Lima, OHPortsmouth, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,369329,725,481
 Median Income$37,668  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$121,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.12  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Lima    7 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

This is the most depressed city I have ever been in. It is a ghetto town and is very sad. The mall has nothing to offer and many retailers have moved out. Their style  More

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Over 16 years ago

Want to know what the best thing is about Lima? Nothing! Most places have at least a few things that make them unique and appealing. Not Lima; as a matter of fact, I am  More

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Over 17 years ago

I grew up around Dayton/ Lima area. We are seriously thinking of moving someplace warmer - south east. We have lived here because this is where our family if from. We  More

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Reviews for Portsmouth    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Portsmouth is a poor town. However, Shawnee State University is located there--a good place to get a highly-affordable college education. The people there are very  More

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