Median Income
$93,393
24% higher than US avg
Home Value
$389,300
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$2,359
103% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.0%
92% lower than US avg
How Lilydale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population752
Median Age73.6 yrs
Density1,367/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans13.6%
Economy
A+
Median Income$93,393
Per Capita$80,079
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$37,138M
Commute20 min
Housing
A
Home Value$389,300
Rent$2,359
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,018
Rent Burden43.4%
Health
Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease3.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation699 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+99.3%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute20 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries10
Is Lilydale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lilydale receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Lilydale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lilydale is $93,393, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lilydale is $389,300, 38% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,359 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Lilydale is a highly educated community — 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Lilydale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Lilydale has a population of 752 with a density of 1,367 people per square mile. The median age is 73.6 years, 89% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
73.6yrs
Median Age
89% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
The median household income in Lilydale is $93,393, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $93,393 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $80,079 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,400 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $96,679 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.0% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 11,950 |
| County GDP | $37,138M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 748 |
| Healthcare | 1,340 |
| Retail | 1,196 |
| Manufacturing | 400 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,014 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.0% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 26.0% |
The median home value in Lilydale is $389,300, 38% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,359 (103% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,018.
Home Values
| Census Median | $389,300 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $399,018 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $2,359 |
| 103% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 43.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,014 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
In Lilydale, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lilydale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.5% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.5% |
| Heart Disease | 3.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.5% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 3.0% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.9% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 12.9% |
| Physical Distress | 8.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,146/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,340 |
Crime Rates: Lilydale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Lilydale has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,367/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9088°N, 93.1308°W |
| County FIPS | 27037 |