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
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
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 388 |
| County GDP | $736M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,497 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
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 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,497 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.85% |
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
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.2% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,488/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Lyerly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.3 inches |
| 54% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 634 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 713/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4034°N, 85.4041°W |
| County FIPS | 13055 |