South Lyon, Michigan
Quick Statistics
South Lyon is a community in Oakland County, Michigan, home to about 11,950 people spread across 3.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $50,142 a year, and a typical home is worth about $294,600. About 56.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Michigan towns GeoStat tracks, South Lyon ranks number 87 of 745 in population, number 98 in median household income, number 104 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around South Lyon typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 17°F. The area sees roughly 62 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Wixom, MI | 7.6 mi. | 17,295 |
| 2. | Brighton, MI | 8.0 mi. | 17,791 |
| 3. | Brighton, MI | 8.2 mi. | 7,688 |
| 4. | Novi, MI | 8.6 mi. | 66,717 |
| 5. | Northville, MI | 8.6 mi. | 6,069 |
| 6. | Northville, MI | 8.6 mi. | 6,069 |
| 7. | Northville, MI | 8.9 mi. | 28,497 |
| 8. | Novi, MI | 9.2 mi. | 150 |
What is the population of South Lyon, Michigan?
South Lyon has a population of about 11,950 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is South Lyon, Michigan in?
South Lyon is located in Oakland County, Michigan.
What is the median home value in South Lyon, Michigan?
The median home value in South Lyon is about $294,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in South Lyon, Michigan?
The median personal income in South Lyon is about $50,142 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near South Lyon, Michigan?
Since 1950, 36 tornadoes have been recorded in Oakland County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in South Lyon, Michigan?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 17 degrees, with around 62 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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