Lyerly, GA

Georgia

Lyerly is a small town in Georgia with a population of 535. Residents earn $46,750 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
535 Population 713/sq mi density
$46,750 Median Income $21,939 per capita
$87,700 Home Value $181,811 Zillow
$839 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,750 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,700 home value, $839/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,750
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

How Lyerly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population535
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density713/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,750
Per Capita$21,939
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$736M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,700
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,811

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Elevation634 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+72.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Lyerly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyerly receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lyerly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lyerly is $46,750, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyerly is $87,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyerly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Lyerly has a population of 535 with a density of 713 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

535
Total Population
713
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyerly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyerly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyerly is $46,750, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lyerly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,750
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,939
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$48,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)388
County GDP$736M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare31
Retail70
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,497
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyerly is $87,700, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,811.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,700
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,811

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,497
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Lyerly, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lyerly vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death14,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities31

Crime Rates: Lyerly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Lyerly has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.3 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation634 ft (193 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density713/sq mi
Coordinates34.4034°N, 85.4041°W
County FIPS13055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+72.6%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density713/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants31
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home2.8%

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