Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Lyden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population95
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans52.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,379M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation6,171 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband33.0%
Libraries10
Is Lyden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyden receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lyden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Lyden has a population of 95 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lyden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,599 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 859 |
| County GDP | $1,379M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,640 |
| 25% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,640 |
| 25% below US avg |
In Lyden, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.4% |
| Premature Death | 21,299/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Crime Rates: Lyden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Lyden has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.1 inches |
| 71% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,171 ft (1,881 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1537°N, 106.0147°W |
| County FIPS | 35039 |