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Lyons, KS
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Lyons, KS
At a Glance
How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lyons's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lyons residents earn a median household income of $66,769 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,142. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 356 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lyons is $104,200 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $102,027. Median rent is $739/month, with 13.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Lyons reports 87 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,358/100K.
Education
19.9% of adults in Lyons hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lyons has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.