Lyons, IL Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

10 Discussions
40 Replies
67 Upvotes
James S.

Is Lyons worth moving to in 2026?

First post here. Been living here since 2008. Homes are going for about $243,500 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

6 replies 7 upvotes moving
Ezra Adams

Affordable areas near Lyons?

Been meaning to ask this. You can expect to pay around $1,154 for rent here.

10 replies 3 upvotes housing
Samuel W.

Raising a family in Lyons -thoughts?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and It's a a small town city with about 10,391 people. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,154 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is...

2 replies 6 upvotes living
Ezra Adams

Should I move to Lyons or stay in Houston?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,154 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do?

1 replies 5 upvotes moving
Jack Gray

Day-to-day life in Lyons, IL

Anyone else feel this way? The median home value here is around $243,500, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do?

2 replies 6 upvotes living
James S.

Relocating to Lyons, IL -pros and cons?

Random thought, The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Lyons sits at 153.3 per 100K. Homes are going for about $243,500 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge p...

2 replies 10 upvotes moving
John Cooper

Working in Lyons -salaries realistic?

Hey, Rent is about $1,154/month for a decent place. With a population of 10,391, Lyons is a small town. Median household income is $64,209, which feels about average for the area. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit need...

5 replies 7 upvotes jobs
Samuel W.

Moving to Lyons for work -advice?

So, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $243,500, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $64,209 in Lyons. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in ...

0 replies 7 upvotes moving
John Cooper

Quick question about Lyons

Alright, Homes are going for about $243,500 on average. Rent is about $1,154/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation?

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