Lytton, IA

Iowa

Lytton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 325. Residents earn $45,250 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
325 Population 1,413/sq mi density
$45,250 Median Income $28,514 per capita
$60,000 Home Value $125,668 Zillow
$609 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$45,250 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $609/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,250
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $609
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,413/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,250
Per Capita$28,514
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$560M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$609
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,668
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,226 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries7

Is Lytton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lytton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lytton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lytton is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lytton is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $609 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lytton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lytton has a population of 325 with a density of 1,413 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

325
Total Population
1,413
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lytton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lytton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lytton is $45,250, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lytton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,250
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,514
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$75,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare31
Retail49
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lytton is $60,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $609 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,668.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,668

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$609
48% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate6.20%
In Lytton, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,619/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lytton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,226 ft (374 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,413/sq mi
Coordinates42.4233°N, 94.8609°W
County FIPS19025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,413/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants15
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.1%

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