Atwood, KS vs Lyons, KS

Lyons is moderately more affordable than Atwood, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Atwood scores 67 compared to 62 for Lyons, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Atwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Atwood is $869/month compared to $739/month in Lyons — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lyons is more affordable at $104,200 median vs $113,400.

Median household income in Atwood is $66,473 compared to $66,769 in Lyons (-0.4%). Lyons offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Atwood spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13.3% in Lyons.

Climate-wise, Lyons is notably warmer with an average of 56.1°F compared to 52.2°F in Atwood. Lyons receives more rainfall at 28.3" per year compared to 20.1" in Atwood.