Median Income
$85,417
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.8%
94% lower than US avg
How Liberty Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population423
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,085/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.4%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,417
Per Capita$29,762
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$4,661M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$1,036
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,278
Rent Burden21.4%
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation756 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute25 min
Broadband99.3%
Libraries5
Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Liberty 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 is $85,417, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Liberty is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Liberty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Liberty has a population of 423 with a density of 1,085 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).
Population
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Liberty is $85,417, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,417 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,762 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,057 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,579 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,747 |
| County GDP | $4,661M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 161 |
| Healthcare | 158 |
| Retail | 252 |
| Manufacturing | 76 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,297 |
| 80% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
The median home value in Liberty is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,278.
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,278 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,036 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,297 |
| 80% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.08% |
In Liberty, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Liberty vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,699/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 158 |
Crime Rates: Liberty vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Liberty has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 756 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,085/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8797°N, 91.1066°W |
| County FIPS | 17001 |