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Lyons Falls, NY

New York

Lyons Falls is a small town in New York with a population of 478. Residents earn $58,906 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
478 Population 493/sq mi density
$58,906 Median Income $27,934 per capita
$95,300 Home Value $155,781 Zillow
$592 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,906 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,300 home value, $592/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,906
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population478
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,906
Per Capita$27,934
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,659M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,300
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,781
Housing Units247
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking16.5%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Lyons Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyons Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lyons Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lyons Falls is $58,906, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyons Falls is $95,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyons Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 127.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lyons Falls has a population of 478 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

478
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyons Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyons Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyons Falls is $58,906, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lyons Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,906
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,934
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$62,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)600
County GDP$1,659M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare41
Retail73
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyons Falls is $95,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,781.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,300
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,781

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%
Housing Units247
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Effective Rate6.04%
In Lyons Falls, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lyons Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death7,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Lyons Falls has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall127.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation832 ft (254 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density493/sq mi
Coordinates43.6170°N, 75.3616°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants65
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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