Mississippi
Lyon is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 361. Residents earn $92,083 per year, which is 23% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lyon receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lyon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Lyon is $92,083, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lyon is $129,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Lyon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $92,083 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,493 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $859 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,568 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 583 |
| County GDP | $859M |
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 76 |
| Retail | 92 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,333 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
| Commute Time | 12.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
| Census Median | $129,400 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $864 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 20.3% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,333 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.3% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.9% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 22,826/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 76 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.9 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 172 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 752/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2169°N, 90.5432°W |
| County FIPS | 28027 |
Winner: Democrat by 39.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 752/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 74.2% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 76 |
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Retail Stores | 92 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 12.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |