Median Income
$66,769
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,562
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,344/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans12.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,769
Per Capita$36,142
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$949M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$102,027
Rent Burden13.8%
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation1,692 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries5
Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lyons offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lyons is $66,769, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lyons is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 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
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyons enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Lyons has a population of 3,562 with a density of 1,344 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.2% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.8% |
| 19% below US avg |
The median household income in Lyons is $66,769, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,769 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,142 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $972 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,022 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 356 |
| County GDP | $949M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,058 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.93% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Lyons is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $102,027.
Home Values
| Census Median | $104,200 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $102,027 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $739 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,058 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.93% |
In Lyons, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyons vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,472/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Lyons vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Lyons has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.0 inches |
| 24% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,692 ft (516 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,344/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3461°N, 98.2047°W |
| County FIPS | 20159 |