South Lyon city, Michigan
South Lyon city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
South Lyon city is a geographic entity located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,107. The land area covers 3.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 12,107 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,976 | ±265 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 5,155 | ±270 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,976 | ±265 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 179 | ±120 |
| Median Home Value | $294,600 | ±$18,687 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,310 | ±$64 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,467 | ±$13,249 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,721 | ±$3,638 |
| Poverty Rate | 4% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 474 | ±187 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,562 | ±362 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±2.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 12,219 (2024)
ID: 166768
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
335 S WARREN ST, SOUTH LYON MI 48178-1317
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GUS Population: 1,296,888 (2024)
ID: 166606
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF FISCAL SERVICES
2100 PONTIAC LAKE RD, WATERFORD MI 48328
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | YPSILANTI, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTHVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ANN ARBOR, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Brighton Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 10543 Citation Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-8360 |
8102295066
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SALEM-SOUTH LYON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 9800 PONTIAC TRAIL, SOUTH LYON, MI, 48178 |
(248) 437-6431
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Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 8110 Murphy Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-7402 |
8102270160
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LYON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 27005 SOUTH MILFORD ROAD, SOUTH LYON, MI, 48178 |
(248) 437-8800
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Schoolcraft Community College District
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College | 11.7 mi away | 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI, 48152-2696 |
7344624400
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NORTHFIELD TOWNSHIP AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 125 BARKER ROAD, WHITMORE LAKE, MI, 48189 |
(734) 449-0066
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Ross Medical Education Center-Canton
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College Vocational | 12.8 mi away | 44958 Ford Rd, Canton, MI, 48187-5071 |
7344591723
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WIXOM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 49015 PONTIAC TRAIL, WIXOM, MI, 48393 |
(248) 624-2512
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Concordia University Ann Arbor
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College | 13.1 mi away | 4090 Geddes Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105 |
7349957300
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NOVI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 45255 WEST TEN MILE ROAD, NOVI, MI, 48375 |
(248) 349-0720
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WHITMORE LAKE 1NW, MI US, located 6.9 miles from South Lyon city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.2° | 14.6° | 22.4° | 2.38" | — |
| February | 33.7° | 13.9° | 23.8° | 2.07" | — |
| March | 43.8° | 23.8° | 33.8° | 2.43" | — |
| April | 56.9° | 33.7° | 45.3° | 2.99" | — |
| May | 68.8° | 44.8° | 56.8° | 3.65" | — |
| June | 77.1° | 54.4° | 65.8° | 3.72" | — |
| July | 81.7° | 58.6° | 70.2° | 3.38" | — |
| August | 79.2° | 57.9° | 68.5° | 3.34" | — |
| September | 73.5° | 50.2° | 61.8° | 3.11" | — |
| October | 60.3° | 39.8° | 50.1° | 2.80" | — |
| November | 46.7° | 29.9° | 38.3° | 2.48" | — |
| December | 35.3° | 21.6° | 28.4° | 2.11" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lyon city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Whitmore Lake CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Wixom city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Brighton city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Northville city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Novi city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2612575100. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.