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%
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
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% 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 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
| 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
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 325 |
| County GDP | $560M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 49 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,718 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.6% |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
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 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 Burden | 18.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,718 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.20% |
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
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,619/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Lytton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.1 inches |
| 13% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,226 ft (374 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,413/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4233°N, 94.8609°W |
| County FIPS | 19025 |