Lima, OH Cost of Living


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Lima cost of living score
76.4
Less expensive
23.6% lower
than the US average
7.6% lower
than the Ohio average
Lima, Ohio gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.6% lower than the U.S. average and 7.6% higher than the average for Ohio.

Lima, OH

Housing costs in Lima?
A typical home costs $121,700, which is 64.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 38.2% less expensive than the average Ohio home, at $197,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lima costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 18.1% cheaper than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Lima?
To live comfortably in Lima, Ohio, a minimum annual income of $23,400 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lima?
Lima, OH is an affordable place to live for a variety of households. The cost of living index in Lima is around 84, which is below the national average of 100. Housing expenses are particularly low when compared to other parts of the country, with most residents spending around 20 percent less on housing than the national average. Additionally, groceries and other everyday items are also typically cheaper in Lima than in other cities. This makes it possible for many families to live comfortably within their budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLimaOhioUnited States
  76.482.7100.0
  88.396.1100
  89.888.7100.0
  36.361.6100.0
  $121,700$197,000$338,100
  102.3%100.0%100.0%
  71.283.9100.0
  88.789.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 13 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 15 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 16 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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