Lyndon, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Lyndon is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,184. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,184 Population 1,330/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $31,320 per capita
$123,900 Home Value $211,644 Zillow
$690 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,900 home value, $690/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,900
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $690
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,184
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,330/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$31,320
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$417M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,900
Rent$690
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,644

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation1,039 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Libraries5

Is Lyndon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyndon receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lyndon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lyndon is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyndon is $123,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyndon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lyndon has a population of 1,184 with a density of 1,330 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

1,184
Total Population
1,330
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyndon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyndon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyndon is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lyndon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,320
Avg Weekly Wage$746
IRS Avg AGI$62,496

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare27
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyndon is $123,900, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,644.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,900
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,644

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Lyndon, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death10,634/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lyndon has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,330/sq mi
Coordinates38.6119°N, 95.6844°W
County FIPS20139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,330/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants27
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

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