Lyons Georgia Map

About Lyons, Georgia

Lyons is a locality in Toombs County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,219. The population density is 193.4 people per km². Lyons is located at 32.2044°N, 82.3218°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 30436.

Lyons unfolds across a landscape that breathes the slow, humid exhalations of the coastal plain, where the land, a low-lying expanse of sandy loam, slopes gently toward the Ohoopee River. It lies 35.7 miles west-south-west of Statesboro, GA (from Statesboro, GA: bearing 242°T), and is situated 5.4 miles east of Vidalia. Magnolia trees, ancient and sprawling, cast dappled shadows across roads lined with modest homes, their paint weathered to soft, muted tones by the persistent Georgia sun. The air here carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a fragrance intensified after a summer shower, and the quiet is punctuated by the distant hum of cicadas and the occasional bark of a dog. The character of Lyons is one of patient endurance, a place where time moves with a deliberate, almost unhurried cadence, allowing the subtle shifts of light and season to dictate the rhythm of daily life. The history of Lyons is intertwined with the agricultural bounty of this region, once a significant hub for cotton and later for timber. The railroad's arrival in the late 19th century spurred its growth, transforming it from a sleepy settlement into a more active trading center, its economy now anchored by a blend of agriculture, particularly poultry and pecans, and a growing presence in light manufacturing. The Ohoopee River, though not a grand waterway, has always been a quiet companion, influencing the area's development and offering a placid backdrop to the town's unfolding narrative. While Lyons may not boast towering monuments, its distinction lies in its steadfast practicality and the enduring spirit of its people, a spirit reflected in the enduring strength of its pecan orchards and the quiet dignity of its historic downtown buildings.

About This Lyons Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lyons, Georgia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 32.204355, -82.321791. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lyons and Toombs County.

Detailed location data for Lyons includes the ZIP code (30436), telephone area code (770, 678), county seat of Toombs County (Lyons), and school district assignment (Toombs County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lyons is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.