County profile · Iowa
Lyon County, IA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Lyon County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 12,354
- +3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 4,479
- Median household income
- $76,746
- +18.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $230,000
- Jobs located here
- 4,450
- Highest market score
- 80
- Doctors, dentists and clinics, #105 of 2,394 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 12,354 people live in Lyon County, in 4,479 households. Population estimates show Lyon County grew 3.6% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Lyon County is $76,746 a year, 5% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 18.1% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Lyon County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 138, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (68).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Lyon County are for medical and dental practices (80); salons, barbers and spas (74); and restaurants and cafes (65). Lyon County ranks #105 of 2,394 scored counties for medical and dental practices.
For its number of households, Lyon County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for pet businesses (3.4 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (55% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Lyon County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Lyon County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 80 | #105 of 2,394 | 17 | 38.0 | $371K | 243 | 7 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 74 | #193 of 2,385 | 14 | 31.3 | $316K | 148 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 65 | #578 of 2,405 | 44 | 98.2 | $392K | 106 | 15 |
| Convenience stores | 58 | #841 of 2,261 | 5 | 11.2 | $5.4M | 69 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 57 | #838 of 2,210 | 9 | 20.1 | $970K | 110 | Under 3 |
| Real estate | 56 | #777 of 2,229 | 9 | 20.1 | Index only | 161 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 56 | #914 of 2,405 | 24 | 53.6 | $718K | 108 | 8 |
| Auto repair shops | 52 | #1,106 of 2,378 | 13 | 29.0 | $456K | 103 | 16 |
| Auto repair and car care | 52 | #1,134 of 2,401 | 22 | 49.1 | $270K | 100 | 17 |
| Hair salons | 50 | #1,205 of 2,339 | 12 | 26.8 | $368K | 86 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 47 | #1,169 of 2,087 | 9 | 20.1 | $970K | 76 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 43 | #1,493 of 2,402 | 13 | 29.0 | $2.1M | 61 | 4 |
| Gas stations | 41 | #1,565 of 2,358 | 11 | 24.6 | $1.4M | 57 | 10 |
| Insurance agencies | 36 | #1,605 of 2,272 | 7 | 15.6 | $1.3M | 104 | 13 |
| Grocery stores | 32 | #1,607 of 2,070 | 6 | 13.4 | $4.5M | 48 | 4 |
| Pet businesses | 27 | #1,972 of 2,200 | 16 | 35.7 | $234K | 27 | 5 |
| Home repair trades | 26 | #1,922 of 2,057 | 11 | 24.6 | $1.1M | 46 | 17 |
| Veterinarians | 24 | #1,327 of 1,485 | 7 | 15.6 | $536K | 20 | 5 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 24 | #1,607 of 1,707 | 7 | 15.6 | $1.7M | 37 | 10 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.9 | Index only | 40 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.9 | $937K | 37 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.9 | $4.3M | 85 | 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.9 | Index only | 288 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.7 | $588K | 59 | 5 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.7 | $2.1M | 88 | 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.7 | $5.7M | 155 | 4 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.7 | $4.1M | 34 | 7 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.7 | $2.1M | 67 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.7 | $2M | 79 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $396K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $1.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $3.2M | Too few | 4 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.5 | $3.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $17.2M | Too few | 4 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $4.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $6.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $17.2M | Too few | 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $3.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $5.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $5.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $12.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $4.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $3.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Lyon County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $5.9M | $1,324 | 138 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $15M | $3,350 | 129 |
| Food away from home | $17.2M | $3,850 | 95 |
| Groceries | $27M | $6,035 | 96 |
| Personal care products and services | $4.4M | $986 | 98 |
| Child care and other personal services | $1.8M | $394 | 68 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.9M | $872 | 89 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.3M | $1,407 | 109 |
| Pets | $3.7M | $837 | 92 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $8.7M | $1,948 | 95 |
| Vehicle insurance | $9.1M | $2,035 | 104 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $12.2M | $2,721 | 90 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $5.5M | $1,225 | 87 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $62.7M | $14,002 | 84 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Lyon County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 12,354+3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 4,479
- Median age
- 38.1
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 81%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.3
- Land area
- 588 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 21
- Median household income
- $76,746+18.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $95,299
- Median home value
- $230,000
- Jobs located here
- 4,450
- Daytime population
- 10,690Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Lyon County, IA growing?
Population estimates put Lyon County at 12,354 people in 2025, up 3.6% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 4,479 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 18.1%, before inflation.
How much do households in Lyon County, IA spend?
Households in Lyon County spend about $62.7M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $27M on groceries and $17.2M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Lyon County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 138, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (68).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Lyon County, IA?
Of the business types scored in Lyon County, medical and dental practices (80); salons, barbers and spas (74); and restaurants and cafes (65) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For medical and dental practices, that ranks #105 of 2,394 scored counties.
How does Lyon County, IA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Lyon County is $76,746, 5% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $230,000, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for pet businesses (3.4 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (55% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 19 of the 56 business types have a score in Lyon County, each ranked against other counties.
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