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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Lyons, IL

CSAChicago-Naperville MSAChicago-Naperville-Elgin#176/341 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

10,339population

40.8median age

This community is a community of 10,339 with a median age of 40.8. The population is predominantly Hispanic/Latino (50.3%) with a significant White community (45%). Median household income is $70,993. 83.4% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 18.4% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 64.2%, with a median home value of $257,300.

Race & Ethnicityi

Hispanic/Latino

50.3%5,205

White

45%4,654

Asian

2.3%237

Black

1.5%154

Two or More

0.9%89

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

3.5%247

High School Diploma

24.6%1,745

Some College (<1 yr)

12%850

Some College (1+ yr)

13.6%965

Associate's Degree

11.3%805

Bachelor's Degree

10.8%766

Master's Degree

5.6%397

Professional Degree

0.9%67

Doctorate

1.1%77

HS or Higher

83.4%

BA or Higher

18.4%

Graduate+

7.6%

Housingi

$257,300median home value

$1,198median rent

64.2%homeownership

4,390total units

8.4%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 64.2%

Renter 35.8%

Home Values

Under $50K

7.2%185

$50K–$100K

2.8%71

$100K–$150K

3%78

$150K–$200K

8.6%223

$200K–$300K

44.1%1,138

$300K–$500K

27.8%717

$500K–$1M

6.5%169

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

349

$1,000–$1,250

379

$1,250–$1,500

231

$1,500–$2,000

191

$2,000+

174

Year Built

2020 or later

0.6%25

2000–2009

10%438

1990–1999

5.7%252

1980–1989

7.4%323

1970–1979

8.9%390

1960–1969

15.7%689

1950–1959

18.2%798

1940–1949

7.8%344

1939 or earlier

25.8%1,131

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

79.1%3,181

Electricity

13.8%556

Bottled/LP Gas

4.2%170

No Fuel

2.3%91

Fuel Oil

0.6%24

Household Economyi

$70,993median household income

$32,056per capita income

14%poverty rate

4.6%unemployment

5,267labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

7.7%309

$10K–$15K

0.7%27

$15K–$20K

1.6%63

$20K–$25K

4.5%179

$25K–$30K

6.1%246

$30K–$35K

6.8%273

$35K–$40K

3%122

$40K–$45K

4.9%197

$45K–$50K

5.1%204

$50K–$60K

2.8%113

$60K–$75K

9.9%397

$75K–$100K

12.2%490

$100K–$125K

15%604

$125K–$150K

6.7%268

$150K–$200K

9.6%387

$200K+

3.6%143

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$411/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers30 homes93% occupied$411/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $70,993/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $21K/yr

89%

Very low income$21K–$35K/yr

11%

Who Receives This Housing

64% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

54% of subsidized households are minority

50% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

68% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

2,63825.5%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

1,742

Poland

China

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

4,719

Avg. Commutei

28.1 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

5,010

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

132(1.6% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

87%Insured

13%Uninsured