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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $94,483 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,183 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,712 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,401 |
| County GDP | $6,423M |
| Restaurants | 337 |
| Healthcare | 234 |
| Retail | 366 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.99% |
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $284,300 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $418,661 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,612 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.99% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,248/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 234 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.0 inches |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 40.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 785 ft (239 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 965/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6482°N, 88.3601°W |
| County FIPS | 55127 |
Winner: Republican by 22.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.1% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 965/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 234 |
| Restaurants | 337 |
| Retail Stores | 366 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |