Lyons, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Lyons is a small town in Ohio with a population of 769. Residents earn $46,397 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
769 Population 1,083/sq mi density
$46,397 Median Income $27,189 per capita
$136,500 Home Value $196,661 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,397 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,500 home value, $821/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,397
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.6%
276% higher than US avg

How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population769
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,083/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,397
Per Capita$27,189
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty46.6%
County GDP$2,612M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,500
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,661
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation769 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband88.9%
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 low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $46,397, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 46.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyons is $136,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 32.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lyons has a population of 769 with a density of 1,083 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%).

Population

769
Total Population
1,083
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyons is $46,397, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 46.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Lyons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,397
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,189
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$67,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate46.6%
276% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,612M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare91
Retail142
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,385
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyons is $136,500, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,661.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,500
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,661

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,385
25% above US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Lyons, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lyons vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death8,021/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities91

Crime Rates: Lyons vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Lyons has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation769 ft (234 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,083/sq mi
Coordinates41.7005°N, 84.0719°W
County FIPS39051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,083/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants79
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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