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Crime in South Lyon summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in South Lyon. Key points include:
There were 42 total crimes in South Lyon in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in South Lyon is 349.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in South Lyon is 58.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South Lyon is 291.4 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in South Lyon is -83.50% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In South Lyon Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
South Lyon / 100k People |
Michigan / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 42 | 349.7 | 1,813.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 7 | 58.3 | 434.3 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 31.3 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 25.0 | 341.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 35 | 291.4 | 1,378.9 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 3 | 25.0 | 184.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 25 | 208.2 | 963.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 7 | 58.3 | 231.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in South Lyon summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South Lyon. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Michigan. Key points include:
The cost of living in South Lyon is 103 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South Lyon is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in South Lyon is $467,291.
The median income in South Lyon is $92,467.
South Lyon's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South Lyon Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South Lyon | Michigan | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 103 | 91 | 100 |
| Services | 94 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 93 | 98 | 100 |
| Health | 115 | 75 | 100 |
| Housing | 97 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 98 | 101 | 100 |
| Utilities | 95 | 98 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South Lyon, MI Weather
The average high in South Lyon is 57.7° and the average low is 38.4°.
There are 81.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 33.3 inches of precipitation each year with 44.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | South Lyon |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 57.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 38.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 81.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 33.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 44.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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South Lyon Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South Lyon
The current population in South Lyon is 11,950. The population has increased 7.9% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,950 | 1.1% |
| 2023 | 11,825 | 0.3% |
| 2022 | 11,788 | 0.0% |
| 2021 | 11,786 | -0.3% |
| 2020 | 11,818 | 0.3% |
| 2019 | 11,788 | 0.0% |
| 2018 | 11,786 | 0.8% |
| 2017 | 11,695 | 0.2% |
| 2016 | 11,672 | 0.5% |
| 2015 | 11,616 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 11,514 | 0.8% |
| 2013 | 11,423 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 11,306 | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 11,178 | 1.0% |
| 2010 | 11,072 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South Lyon
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South Lyon is:
88.6% White with 10,590 White residents.
2.0% African American with 239 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 6 American Indian residents.
2.4% Asian with 285 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
4.4% Two Or More with 525 Two Or More residents.
2.6% Hispanic with 305 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South Lyon | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 88.6% | 72.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.0% | 13.1% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.4% | 3.4% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.4% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 2.6% | 5.9% | 19.3% |
Gender in South Lyon
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South Lyon is 50.3% female with 6,016 female residents.
South Lyon is 49.7% male with 5,934 male residents.
| Gender | South Lyon | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South Lyon for adults over 25
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-1.0% of adults in South Lyon completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in South Lyon completed 9-12th grade.
17.0% of adults in South Lyon completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in South Lyon completed some college.
9.0% of adults in South Lyon completed associate's degree.
29.0% of adults in South Lyon completed bachelor's degree.
13.0% of adults in South Lyon completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in South Lyon completed professional degree.
4.0% of adults in South Lyon completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South Lyon | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | -1.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 17.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 4.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South Lyon, Michigan
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4.8% of households in South Lyon earn Less than $10,000.
0.9% of households in South Lyon earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.6% of households in South Lyon earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.0% of households in South Lyon earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.3% of households in South Lyon earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.2% of households in South Lyon earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.2% of households in South Lyon earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.7% of households in South Lyon earn $100,000 to $149,999.
11.7% of households in South Lyon earn $150,000 to $199,999.
16.7% of households in South Lyon earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South Lyon | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.8% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.9% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.6% | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.0% | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.3% | 11.4% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.2% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.2% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.7% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11.7% | 8.6% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 16.7% | 9.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
