Lima, Illinois

Lima is a village in Adams County, Illinois in the United States. The land area of the village is 0.1 square miles. The ZIP code (postal zone) is 62348. History European-Americans first settled in the area in 1828. The village was platted in 1833. The first post office was in 1836. In the late 1830s, members of the church of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons) moved to the area. In 1845, church leaders said the church members should leave because of attacks on them by other people. On May 10, 2003, a tornado caused much damage but no loss of life in Lima. Geography The village's elevation is 650 (198 meters) above mean sea level. Whiteoak Creek runs along the east side of Lima. The Mississippi River is about five miles to the west. Population In 2020, there were 148 people living in Lima. The number of households in 2024 was 75. That year, the income per household was $74,375. Transportation Airports The closest airport is the Quincy Regional Airport, about 19 miles away. Roads Highway 96 runs north-south through Lima. Media