What are the schools like in Lyons, IN?

Lyons is served primarily by White River Valley School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.8:1.

What is the median household income in Lyons?

The median household income in Lyons, IN is $49,176 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in Lyons, IN?

Lyons has an average high temperature of 39.6°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.2 inches.

Lyons, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lyons, IN affordable or expensive?

Lyons's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lyons is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $68,400 and the median rent is $808 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lyons, IN?

Crime rate data for Lyons is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Lyons, IN a Good Place to Live?

Lyons is a small town of 802 in Indiana, with a median household income of $49,176 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Lyons stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Lyons is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lyons city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.2

Lyons's overall cost of living index is 89.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lyons costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lyons, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$68,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$808	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,176	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Lyons is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Lyons is served primarily by White River Valley School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lyons, IN	National Avg
School District	White River Valley School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lyons sees average highs of 39.6°F in January and 87.6°F in July, with 49.6 inches of annual precipitation and 18.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lyons, IN
Average High — January	39.6°F
Average High — July	87.6°F
Annual Precipitation	49.6"
Annual Snowfall	18.2"

Demographics

Metric	Lyons, IN	National Avg
Population	802	—
Median Age	43.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.6%	6.3%
Under 18	19.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Lyons

Lyons, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47443

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyons, IN affordable or expensive?

Lyons's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lyons roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $68,400 and median rent is $808/month.

What is the crime rate in Lyons, IN?

Crime data for Lyons is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Lyons?

Public schools in Lyons are operated by White River Valley School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.8:1. 4.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lyons, IN a good place to live?

Lyons, IN has a population of 802, a median household income of $49,176, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lyons?

Lyons averages 39.6°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.6 inches with about 18.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lyons?

Lyons, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47443.

What is the population of Lyons?

The population of Lyons, Indiana is 802 with a median age of 43.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lyons?

Key numbers for living in Lyons: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $68,400, median household income $49,176, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lyons side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.