Median Income
$49,688
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$196,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$573
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.8%
5% lower than US avg
How Lyles Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,079
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B+
Median Income$49,688
Per Capita$26,154
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$716M
Commute55 min
Housing
A
Home Value$196,000
Rent$573
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,010
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation869 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute55 min
Libraries2
Is Lyles a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyles receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Lyles offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lyles is $49,688, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lyles is $196,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $573 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyles enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Lyles has a population of 1,079 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above 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 Lyles is $49,688, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,688 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,154 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $983 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,032 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 397 |
| County GDP | $716M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,579 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 54.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Lyles is $196,000, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $573 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,010.
Home Values
| Census Median | $196,000 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $255,010 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $573 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,579 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
In Lyles, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.7% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyles vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.1% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 32.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,711/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
Crime Rates: Lyles vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Lyles has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 412/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9195°N, 87.3450°W |
| County FIPS | 47081 |