Living in Lyon County, Iowa

Lyon County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 11,745. The main communities are Rock Rapids, George, Larchwood.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,774/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $217K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 30°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Lyon County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.