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Lyndon, IL

Illinois

Lyndon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 576. Residents earn $52,656 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
576 Population 758/sq mi density
$52,656 Median Income $29,177 per capita
$108,300 Home Value $112,300 Zillow
$1,146 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,656 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $1,146/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,656
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,146
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,656
Per Capita$29,177
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$2,978M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$1,146
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,300
Housing Units265
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking14.6%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute33 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries6

Is Lyndon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyndon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lyndon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lyndon is $52,656, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyndon is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,146 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyndon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lyndon has a population of 576 with a density of 758 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

576
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyndon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyndon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyndon is $52,656, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lyndon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,656
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,177
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$64,591

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,185
County GDP$2,978M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare107
Retail167
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyndon is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,146 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,300.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,146
1% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Lyndon, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death9,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities107
Lyndon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall31.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates41.7175°N, 89.9240°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants132
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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