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South Lyon, Michigan

Introduction to South Lyon, Michigan

South Lyon, Michigan, in Oakland county, is 13 miles N of Ann Arbor, Michigan and 32 miles W of Detroit, Michigan. The city is part of the Detroit metropolitan statistical area. About 10,036 people live in South Lyon.

South Lyon History

The area that is now known as South Lyon City was originially referred to as Thompson’s Corners. The early settlements in the area began in the year 1832 when the first house was built by. The Michigan Legislature named the surrounding township after Lucius Lyon, one of its members.

South Lyon and nearby Attractions

  • Witches Hat Depot Museum
  • Health Emporium
  • Escapades
  • The 4 Seasons Garden Club
  • McHattie park
  • Moose Ridge Golf Course

Things To Do In South Lyon

You can enjoy a walk down the historic downtown of South Lyon during your leisure time. Take time out to visit the famous McHattie park, which comprises the historic Witch's Hat Depot Museum, the Freight House and the Victorian Gazebo. The city is also dotted with various restaurants and bars.

South Lyon Transportation

Oakland County International Airport is close to the city.

South Lyon Higher Education

Some of the universities and colleges situated close to the city are the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Eastern Michigan University and Washtenaw Community College.

High Points

South Lyon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 8%South Lyon People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 11%South Lyon Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 13%South Lyon College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%South Lyon Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%South Lyon Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of South Lyon, MI

Comparing South Lyon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Well-Paid Single Women910
Well-Paid Single Men99
Female Share of the Population76
Senior Citizens66
Male Share of the Population55
Age of the Population45
Racial Diversity36

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married68
Average Household Size34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better910
Median Family Income89
College Educated Adults89
People Above Poverty88

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home66
Walking and Biking to Work35
Short Commute Times21
Public Transportation Use24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
People Living Alone76
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Affordability of Rents31

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime88
Low Violent Crime66

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