Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 28.1% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 17 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,233 (36.5%) |
| Some College | 1,309 (21.4%) |
| Associates | 836 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 683 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,037 (17%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,172 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $182,344 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $830/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,650 |
| Vacant Units | 1,482 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lyon County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,541 residents. With a median age of 48.46, it is a mature county.
Lyon County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,172 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Lyon County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $182,344 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $830. Homeownership rates are high at 80.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lyon County are primarily White (87.46%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lyon County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 2 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.