Median Income
$67,054
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,070
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population862
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density707/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans4.8%
Economy
B
Median Income$67,054
Per Capita$27,425
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$3,168M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$1,070
Ownership79.1%
Zillow$249,446
Rent Burden18.3%
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation645 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries6
Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $67,054, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lyons is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Lyons has a population of 862 with a density of 707 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 11.4% Hispanic.
Population
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lyons is $67,054, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,054 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,425 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,741 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.1% |
| 208% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,464 |
| County GDP | $3,168M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 131 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,237 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 66.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
The median home value in Lyons is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below US avg). 79.1% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,446.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,446 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,070 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 79.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.1% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,237 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.54% |
In Lyons, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyons vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,260/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 131 |
Crime Rates: Lyons vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Lyons has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.3 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 50.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 645 ft (197 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 707/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9865°N, 84.9442°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26037 |