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United States / Kansas / No Metro Area / Rice County / Lyons / Zip Codes
Lyons, KS is a small city located in Rice County with a population just over 1,200 people. It is an affordable place to live, with the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment being $720 compared to the national average of $1,430. The grocery cost index in Lyons is 91 versus 100 in the US, making it an inexpensive option for groceries as well. \nThe city of Lyons offers plenty of attractions for visitors and residents alike. Some local companies and attractions include the Lyons Museum which houses artifacts from the city's history as well as pieces from around the world. The town also boasts several outdoor activities such as hiking trails, fishing spots, and parks like Lions Park and T Bird Lake Park. Lyons also has several restaurants ranging from fast food to fine dining options.

Lyons has an unemployment rate of 2.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Lyons has seen the job market decrease by -4.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 22.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Lyons
- The Sales Tax Rate for Lyons is 8.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Lyons is 5.7%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Lyons
- The average income of a Lyons resident is $31,166 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Lyons resident is $57,399 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyLyons, KansasUnited States
  2.96
  -4.7%-6.2%
  22.5%33.5%
  8.5%6.2%
  5.7%4.6%
  $31,166$37,638
  $57,399$69,021
  $64,420$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  5.5%1.2%
  2.5%0.5%
  4.3%6.8%
  20.5%10.0%
  3.4%2.5%
  4.7%11.0%
  5.9%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  1.2%1.9%
  4.4%4.7%
  2.0%1.9%
  0.5%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  6.7%4.2%
  8.9%9.3%
  17.4%14.0%
  0.5%2.1%
  5.0%7.0%
  0.6%4.8%
  6.0%4.7%
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