Lima, OH Rankings


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Lima, Ohio is a small city located in northwest Ohio and is the county seat of Allen County. It has a population of 38,771 people according to the most recent census data. Despite its size, Lima has been ranked in several categories by BestPlaces.net, which ranks cities based on livability factors like cost of living, education, weather, crime rates, housing, and amenities. In particular, Lima has been rated very highly for its amenities with an overall score of 8 out of 10 from BestPlaces.net. This means that Lima offers great recreational activities like shopping and dining options as well as plenty of entertainment opportunities. Additionally, Lima ranks quite high in terms of overall health care with an overall rating of 7 out of 10 from BestPlaces.net indicating that there are plenty of quality medical facilities available to residents as well as good access to public transportation and other services necessary for a prosperous life.

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#276 2005 Best Places to Live
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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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