North Lima, Ohio facts for kids
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North Lima, Ohio
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Mount Olivet United Church of Christ
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Location of North Lima in Mahoning County and in the State of Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Mahoning |
| Township | Beaver |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.07 sq mi (18.30 km2) |
| • Land | 6.86 sq mi (17.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.21 sq mi (0.54 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,369 |
| • Density | 199.65/sq mi (77.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44452
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| Area code(s) | 330, 234 |
| FIPS code | 39-56798 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2812831 |
| School District | South Range Local School District |
North Lima is a small community in eastern Ohio, United States. It's not an official city but a "census-designated place." This means it's an area that the government counts as a community for population statistics. In 2020, about 1,369 people lived there.
North Lima is located where three important roads meet: State Routes 7, 164, and 165. It's also part of the larger Youngstown–Warren metropolitan area, which is a group of cities and towns that are connected.
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A Look Back: North Lima's History
North Lima was first planned out around 1826. It's thought that its name might have come from a place called Lima, New York.
A post office opened in North Lima in 1832. It has been serving the community ever since. The ZIP code for North Lima is 44452.
The building that used to be South Range High School is in the center of town. Today, this old school building is home to many local businesses.
Who Lives in North Lima?
This section tells us about the population of North Lima.
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| 2020 | 1,369 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of North Lima was 1,369 people.
Learning in North Lima
Children who live in North Lima go to schools in the South Range Local School District. This district provides public education for students in the area.
The schools that serve the community are:
- South Range Elementary School – for students in kindergarten through 4th grade.
- South Range Middle School – for students in 5th through 8th grade.
- South Range High School – for older students in 9th through 12th grade.
Famous Faces from North Lima
North Lima has been home to a few notable people:
- Charlotte Benkner was one of the oldest people ever recorded. She spent her last years living in North Lima.
- Bob Mortimer was a Christian evangelist. This means he traveled and shared his religious beliefs with others.
- Samuel J. Steiner was a historian who studied the Mennonite faith. He was also known for resisting the military draft.
