Lyle, WA

Washington

Lyle is a small town in Washington with a population of 321.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
321 Population 452/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,469 per capita
N/A Home Value $421,402 Zillow
$1,395 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 50.9%
51% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,395
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population321
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,469
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,795M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,395
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$421,402
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Elevation354 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute21 min
Broadband93.3%
Libraries3

Is Lyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyle receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lyle 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%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,395 per month.

Education

Lyle is a highly educated community — 50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Lyle has a population of 321 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

321
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyle is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,469
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$88,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,494
County GDP$1,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare135
Retail146
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,395 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $421,402.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$421,402

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,395
20% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
In Lyle, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma12.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death5,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Lyle has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.0 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation354 ft (108 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates45.6956°N, 121.2805°W
County FIPS41027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 50.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.7-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.9%
51% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants102
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

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