Median Income
$87,500
16% higher than US avg
Home Value
$456,200
62% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.5%
31% lower than US avg
How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,322
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density1,520/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A
Median Income$87,500
Per Capita$38,402
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$23,937M
Commute27 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$456,200
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$483,894
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain68.9 in/yr
Elevation641 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute27 min
Libraries6
Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, 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 $87,500, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lyons is $456,200, making it a premium housing market at 62% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Lyons has a population of 1,322 with a density of 1,520 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 4.7% Hispanic.
Population
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Lyons is $87,500, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,500 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,402 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,207 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,475 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 12,695 |
| County GDP | $23,937M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 832 |
| Healthcare | 1,215 |
| Retail | 1,124 |
| Manufacturing | 360 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,970 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |
The median home value in Lyons is $456,200, 62% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $483,894.
Home Values
| Census Median | $456,200 |
| 62% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $483,894 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,167 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,970 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.09% |
In Lyons, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.3% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyons vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 32.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,452/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,215 |
Crime Rates: Lyons vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Lyons has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 68.9 inches |
| 81% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 641 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,520/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7793°N, 122.6118°W |
| County FIPS | 41047 |