Lyman, WA

Washington

Lyman is a small town in Washington with a population of 437. Residents earn $85,625 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
437 Population 652/sq mi density
$85,625 Median Income $38,240 per capita
$339,600 Home Value $453,594 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,625 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$339,600 home value, $1,125/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $339,600
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$38,240
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$4,664M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$339,600
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$453,594
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation77 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute35 min
Libraries6

Is Lyman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyman receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Lyman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lyman is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyman is $339,600, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Lyman has a population of 437 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

437
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyman is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lyman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,625
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,240
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$92,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$4,664M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare188
Retail230
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyman is $339,600, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $453,594.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$339,600
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$453,594

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

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-Occupied86.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,447
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Lyman, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate66.0%
Premature Death5,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities188

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lyman has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation77 ft (23 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates48.5238°N, 122.0656°W
County FIPS53029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 56.8%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.36
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density652/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants163
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

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