Allen
6.0
High score (8-10)
Allen County has more going on than rural Ohio — Lima has a hospital system, Rhodesian manufacturing, and Ohio State University Lima campus that keeps some younger professional population in place. If you're in healthcare or manufacturing management, you'll find a stable social tier here that's more accessible than you'd think for a city of 35,000.
Mid score (6-8)
Lima peaked in the 1950s with Ford and Westinghouse plants and the economic decline since is visible in the downtown. Ohio State Lima adds a small student presence. The social scene is bars, local restaurants, and bowling leagues — functional but limited. Crime in Lima proper is a real factor; the county has some of Ohio's higher violent crime rates.
Lower score (below 6) · Your profile
Allen County's main city Lima has real crime problems and a post-industrial economic reality that limits social infrastructure. The surrounding county is agricultural and conservative, with tight networks that predate you. Without a work anchor in healthcare or manufacturing, there's very little to plug into here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Allen, Ohio?
$101k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Allen, Ohio?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in Allen, Ohio?
42% men have degree
What's the average male height in Allen, Ohio?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Allen, Ohio?
Local women avg 30.1