Lyman, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lyman, Utah had a total population of 289, the 271st largest town in Utah. The poverty rate is 46.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (46.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Lyman Quick Facts
How Lyman Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 235 | 289 | +23.0% |
| Median home value | $371,900 | $412,000 | +10.8% |
How Lyman Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lyman Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Wayne County
Cities Similar to Lyman
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howell | 288 | $88,015 | $262,500 | 3.9% | 5.9% |
| Alta | 284 | N/A | $2,000,000+ | 43.5% | 49.3% |
| Sterling | 281 | $66,359 | $243,800 | 10.2% | 14.9% |
| Junction | 298 | $56,750 | $168,200 | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Koosharem | 298 | $77,500 | $515,600 | 50.7% | 2.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 289, Lyman's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Lyman is a small community located in Utah, within Wayne County. The total population is 289. It ranks as the 271st most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lyman is 30.0 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 32.0 years. 11.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 46.0%. This is 441% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lyman, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $412,000. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $489,400. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lyman has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents.
Education
17.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 37.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lyman, Utah is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Utah state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 326 Census-designated places in Utah. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lyman, Utah?
Lyman, Utah has a population of 289 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lyman, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lyman — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lyman, UT?
The poverty rate in Lyman is 46.0%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lyman, Utah?
Lyman's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lyman, UT?
The median home value in Lyman is $412,000.
How educated is Lyman, Utah?
17.6% of adults (25+) in Lyman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.