Living in South Lima, New York

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of South Lima · Census data 2020–2024

South Lima has 153 residents with a median age of 54.5. The median household income is $110,278 (28% higher than the New York median), the median home value is $172,900.

South Lima is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

South Lima at a glance

Population
153
Median age
54.5State: 39.8
Median household income
$110,278State: $85,974
Median home value
$172,900State: $423,800
Homeowners
100%
Bachelor's degree or higher
26.2%
Average commute
23 min

Is South Lima a good place to live?

Pros: Median household income 28% higher than the New York median; home values 59% lower than the state median; an average commute of 23 minutes.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in South Lima

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In South Lima the median home value is $172,900, 48% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.

Median home value

South Lima$172,900
New York$423,800
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

New York$1,621
United States$1,413

South Lima median household income

The median household income in South Lima is $110,278 and the income per person is $67,682. 0% of residents live below the poverty line (New York: 14%).

Median household income

South Lima$110,278
New York$85,974
United States$80,734

Housing in South Lima: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
62
Owner-occupied
100%
Renter-occupied
0%
Vacant
0%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1983
Average household size
2.47

South Lima demographics

Population
153
Median age
54.5
Under 18
5.2%
65 and older
24.2%
Households
62
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
13.1%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White100%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of South Lima ›

Education in South Lima

26.2% of adults 25 and older in South Lima have a bachelor's degree or higher (New York: 40.2%), and 13.1% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

South Lima26.2%
New York40.2%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in South Lima

Unemployment rate
0%State: 6.4%
Average commute
23 minState: 33 min
Work from home
0%
Drive alone
100%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
62.9%

South Lima vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
South Lima153$110,278$172,900—
Lakeville404$92,907—$896
Livonia1,580$71,563$193,000$839
Livonia Center366$65,037$153,800—
Conesus Lake2,424$95,357$362,600$1,294
East Avon611$92,917$242,600—
Lima2,064$69,420$203,300$830
Avon3,417$71,771$182,200$898
Hemlock778$109,159$206,700—

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Living in South Lima: FAQ

What is the median household income in South Lima, NY?

The median household income in South Lima is $110,278, 28% higher than the New York median of $85,974 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in South Lima?

The median home value in South Lima is $172,900, compared with $423,800 in New York.

Is South Lima, NY a good place to live?

Pluses: median household income 28% higher than the New York median; home values 59% lower than the state median; an average commute of 23 minutes.

What is the median age in South Lima?

The median age in South Lima is 54.5 years (New York: 39.8).

How long is the commute in South Lima?

The average commute to work in South Lima is 23 minutes; 0% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in South Lima?

The unemployment rate in South Lima is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is South Lima?

26.2% of adults in South Lima have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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