Lyons, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
3,562 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,769 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$415 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$534 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rice County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rice County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (72%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 30
Feb 1 2 35
Mar 2 2 44
Apr 2 1 53
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 1 1 44
Dec 1 2 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Lyons Central Elementary
<1 miles, W · 3.2star
Lyons Middle School
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Lyons High School
<1 miles, S · 2.3star
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Colleges

Sterling College
9 miles, SW · 1.9star
Hutchinson Community College
25 miles, S · 1.9star
Barton County Community College
29 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
43 miles, NE · 1star
Hays Regional Airport
67 miles, NW · 1star
Manhattan Regional Airport
99 miles, E · 1star
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