Lyons, WI

Wisconsin

Lyons is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,206. Residents earn $94,483 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,206 Population 965/sq mi density
$94,483 Median Income $39,183 per capita
$284,300 Home Value $418,661 Zillow
$1,612 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,483 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$284,300 home value, $1,612/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,483
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $284,300
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,612
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,206
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density965/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,483
Per Capita$39,183
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$284,300
Rent$1,612
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$418,661

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation785 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Libraries11

Is Lyons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lyons receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $94,483, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lyons is $284,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,612 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% 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 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lyons has a population of 1,206 with a density of 965 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,206
Total Population
965
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lyons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lyons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lyons is $94,483, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lyons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,483
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,183
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyons is $284,300, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,612 (39% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,661.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,300
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$418,661

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,612
39% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Lyons, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Lyons has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall40.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation785 ft (239 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density965/sq mi
Coordinates42.6482°N, 88.3601°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density965/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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