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Lyons, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lyons is a small town in Texas with a population of 454. Residents earn $96,563 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
454 Population 153/sq mi density
$96,563 Median Income $26,155 per capita
$230,200 Home Value
67°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,200 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,563
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,200
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.3%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher 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

Population454
Median Age12.7 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans34.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,563
Per Capita$26,155
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,255M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units108
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured16.9%
Smoking13.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation232 ft (71 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.3%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+20.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute39 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries1

Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. 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 $96,563, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyons is $230,200, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lyons enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lyons has a population of 454 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 12.7 years, 67% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (66.1%), with 33.9% White.

Population

454
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
12.7yrs
Median Age
67% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyons is $96,563, which is 28% 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. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Lyons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,563
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,155
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$71,217

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare22
Retail60
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,603
89% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyons is $230,200, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,200
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.3%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built2005

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,603
89% above US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
In Lyons, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured16.9%
97% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,579
Dentists1:9,328
Mental Health1:9,737
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death10,434/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities22
Lyons has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation232 ft (71 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates30.4088°N, 96.5392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.3%
34% above US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+20.3%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants36
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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