Median Income
$44,450
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.1%
67% lower than US avg
How Lynn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population994
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,744/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.9%
Economy
B
Median Income$44,450
Per Capita$29,288
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,726
Rent Burden26.7%
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation1,170 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+92.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries4
Is Lynn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lynn receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lynn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lynn is $44,450, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lynn is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $659 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
6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Lynn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lynn has a population of 994 with a density of 1,744 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Lynn is $44,450, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,450 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,288 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,246 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,354 |
| County GDP | $3,389M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 85 |
| Retail | 170 |
| Manufacturing | 64 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,704 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |
The median home value in Lynn is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $659 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,726.
Home Values
| Census Median | $79,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $160,726 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $659 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,704 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.69% |
In Lynn, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lynn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,154/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 85 |
Crime Rates: Lynn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Lynn has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.1 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,170 ft (357 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,744/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0487°N, 84.9425°W |
| County FIPS | 39037 |