Liberty City, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Liberty City is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,826. Residents earn $82,800 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,826 Population 464/sq mi density
$82,800 Median Income $35,492 per capita
$202,800 Home Value $250,008 Zillow
$1,286 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$82,800 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,800 home value, $1,286/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,800
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $202,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,286
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

How Liberty City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,826
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,800
Per Capita$35,492
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$10,511M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,800
Rent$1,286
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,008

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation358 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+98.6%
School Score4.64

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Libraries5

Is Liberty City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liberty City receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Liberty City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Liberty City is $82,800, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liberty City is $202,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Liberty City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Liberty City has a population of 2,826 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

2,826
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Liberty City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liberty City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liberty City is $82,800, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Liberty City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,800
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,492
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$72,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,316
County GDP$10,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants380
Healthcare461
Retail653
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Liberty City is $202,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,286 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,800
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,008
Median List Price$307,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$307,500
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,286
11% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,280
1 Bedroom$1,323
2 Bedrooms$1,573
3 Bedrooms$2,116
4 Bedrooms$2,639

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Liberty City, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Liberty City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death12,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access86.0%
Healthcare Facilities461

Crime Rates: Liberty City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Liberty City has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates32.4518°N, 94.9430°W
County FIPS48183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score4.64
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities461
Restaurants380
Retail Stores653

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

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