Median Income
$38,333
49% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.0%
11% lower than US avg
How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population751
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density1,104/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$38,333
Per Capita$31,445
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$438M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,100
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$129,166
Rent Burden29.5%
Health
Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation1,293 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.7%
Libraries3
Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $38,333, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lyons is $101,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Lyons has a population of 751 with a density of 1,104 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.2% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.8% |
| 27% below US avg |
The median household income in Lyons is $38,333, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,333 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,445 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $851 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,788 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.0% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 243 |
| County GDP | $438M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,800 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |
The median home value in Lyons is $101,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,166.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,100 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $129,166 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $705 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,800 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.76% |
In Lyons, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyons vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,044/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
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 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.5 inches |
| 17% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9359°N, 96.4723°W |
| County FIPS | 31021 |