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%
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
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,142 |
| County GDP | $4,664M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 188 |
| Retail | 230 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
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 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 Burden | 21.9% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,447 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.90% |
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
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.7% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,965/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 188 |
Crime Rates: Lyman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
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 Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 77 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 652/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.5238°N, 122.0656°W |
| County FIPS | 53029 |