Median Income
$134,688
79% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
52.3%
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Lyons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population94
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$134,688
Per Capita$52,466
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$22,447M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease3.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,567 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+52.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 42%
CommuteN/A
Broadband30.0%
Libraries15
Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Lyons stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lyons is $134,688, which is significantly higher than the national average — 79% above $75,149. This places Lyons among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
Lyons is a highly educated community — 52.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Lyons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Lyons has a population of 94 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above 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 $134,688, which is 79% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $134,688 |
| 79% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $52,466 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,252 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,989 |
| County GDP | $22,447M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 558 |
| Healthcare | 581 |
| Retail | 804 |
| Manufacturing | 192 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,828 |
| 95% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,828 |
| 95% above US avg |
In Lyons, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lyons vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 3.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 22.6% |
| Asthma | 8.3% |
| COPD | 3.8% |
| Stroke | 1.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.3% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 13.6% |
| Physical Distress | 8.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 62.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,472/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 581 |
Crime Rates: Lyons vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Lyons has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.3 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,567 ft (478 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 188/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7249°N, 96.8662°W |
| County FIPS | 46099 |