Lima (/ˈlaɪmə/, the name is a shibboleth) is a town in Livingston County, New York, United States.

Eventually, determined by a Methodist-Episcopal convention in 1870, the college was shut in favor of the newly developed Syracuse University (1871), over the protests of the residents of Lima.

[5] Honeoye Creek, a north-flowing tributary of the Genesee River, defines the eastern town line.

New York State Route 15A, a north-south highway, intersects NY-5/US-20 in Lima village.

As of June 2009, Genesee Community College had started construction for one of its satellite campuses.

Elim Bible Institute and College is located in Lima village.

It is a Christian college that offers a two-year degree and certifications in religious study.

24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.