Lyons village, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lyons village, Illinois Demographics
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As of 2026, Lyons village, Illinois has a total population of 10,391, the 221st largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $64,209, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.

Lyons village Quick Facts

Population 10,391

Median Household Income $64,209

Median Home Value $243,500

Poverty Rate 9.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 41.9 years

Homeownership Rate 64.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 16.8%

High School Graduation Rate 83.2%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 10,391 221st of 1,445

Median Income $64,209 average

Poverty Rate 9.1% 27% lower national

Median Home Value $243,500 top 20%

How Lyons village Compares

Median Household Income

Lyons village

$64,209

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lyons village

$243,500

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.2%

$25K-$50K 27.4%

$50K-$100K 28.0%

$100K+ 32.4%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

66.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.7%

Renter 35.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34

20.5%

35-54

27.6%

55-74

20.6%

75+

9.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lyons village Rankings in Illinois

#221 Population of 1,445

#754 Median Income of 1,445

#777 Education of 1,445

#245 Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Lyons village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Wood River city	10,315	$65,960	$103,200	15.5%	13.1%
Crestwood village	10,622	$68,686	$187,700	23.1%	10.3%
Summit village	10,896	$60,417	$224,800	12.1%	12.0%
Peru city	9,863	$68,147	$155,600	21.3%	9.2%
River Grove village	10,482	$74,793	$244,700	25.8%	5.5%

Population Overview

Lyons village is a small city located in Illinois. The total population is 10,391. It ranks as the 221st most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lyons village is 41.9 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lyons village is $64,209. This is 21% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $243,500. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $250,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 64.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lyons village is Hispanic or Latino, making up 48.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 46.0%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (48.4% vs 18.5%). The Asian population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lyons village, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lyons village, Illinois?

Lyons village, Illinois has a population of 10,391 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lyons village, IL?

The median household income in Lyons village is $64,209, which is 18% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lyons village, IL?

The poverty rate in Lyons village is 9.1%. This means approximately 950 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lyons village, Illinois?

Lyons village's population is 46.0% White, 2.9% Black, 48.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lyons village, IL?

The median home value in Lyons village is $243,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Lyons village, Illinois?

16.8% of adults (25+) in Lyons village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.