Liberty, IN

Indiana · Union County

Liberty is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,958. Residents earn $46,801 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,958 Population 2,478/sq mi density

$46,801 Median Income $28,755 per capita

$122,000 Home Value $187,713 Zillow

$745 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

285 Violent Crime/100K 1,425 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.4 / 5.0

$46,801 median income, 1.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$122,000 home value, $745/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

285 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

20.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $46,801

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $122,000

57% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 285/100K

25% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.4%

39% lower than US avg

Median Rent $745

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.1%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.2%

39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,958

Median Age44.1 yrs

Density2,478/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans9.8%

Economy

Median Income$46,801

Per Capita$28,755

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty17.2%

County GDP$216M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$122,000

Rent$745

Ownership74.3%

Zillow$187,713

Housing Units1,111

Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

Violent285/100K

Property1,425/100K

Health

Obesity37.1%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking16.3%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.9 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.4%

High School+86.3%

Graduate+6.6%

School Score6.34

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%

Commute28 min

Broadband89.5%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Liberty offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Liberty is $46,801, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liberty is $122,000, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Liberty is below the national average at 285 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,425 per 100,000, 27% below the national average.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Liberty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Liberty has a population of 1,958 with a density of 2,478 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.6% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 9.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,958

Total Population

2,478

People / sq mi

44.1yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%

Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Liberty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.1%

84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liberty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liberty is $46,801, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,755 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $845, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 150 business establishments, including 11 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 0.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Liberty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,801
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,755
Avg Weekly Wage	$845
IRS Avg AGI	$58,495
Gini Index	0.380 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.2%
	39% above US avg
Establishments (County)	150
County GDP	$216M

Business (County)

Restaurants	11
Healthcare	8
Retail	28
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,775
	49% below US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.0 min
Drive Alone	88.2%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Liberty is $122,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,713, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $745 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,111 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $1,775 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$122,000
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$187,713
Median List Price	$281,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$281,450
$/Sq Ft	$105
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.8%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$745
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	74.3%
Owner-Occupied	74.3%
Renter-Occupied	25.7%
Housing Units	1,111
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,775
	49% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.45%

In Liberty, 37.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 32.4% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 22.7% are physically inactive. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,047. 62.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.1%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	11.5%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	22.7%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	12.9%
Short Sleep	36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.3%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Primary Care	1:7,047
Mental Health	1:6,973
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	59.4%
Premature Death	9,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access	62.1%
Healthcare Facilities	8

Liberty has a violent crime rate of 285 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,425 per 100,000, 27% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Liberty receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	285.1/100K
	25% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,425.3/100K
	27% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Liberty experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.3°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,004 ft (306 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density	2,478/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6349°N, 84.9273°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Union County County
Nearest Airport	Butler County Regional/Hogan Field (HAO) 29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.9"

13% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.72"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	5.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	20.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 28, 2024.

Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	63 km
Dec 20, 1990	5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana	M3.7	146 km
Feb 19, 1995	8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio	M3.6	138 km
Apr 17, 1990	8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio	M3.0	92 km
Apr 4, 1994	2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio	M2.9	96 km
May 12, 2006	2 km E of Lima, Ohio	M2.8	142 km
Mar 17, 1999	2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio	M2.8	136 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	148 km
Jul 23, 2013	6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky	M2.6	133 km
Jan 28, 2024	3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky	M2.5	149 km
Jan 30, 2004	2 km S of Rockford, Ohio	M2.5	118 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

556 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 75 fatalities, 2,660 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974	EF5	75 km	36
Apr 3, 1974	EF5	74 km	3
May 27, 2019	EF4	45 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF4	97 km	4
Sep 20, 2000	EF4	81 km	1
Apr 9, 1999	EF4	66 km	4
Jun 11, 1998	EF4	89 km	0
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	46 km	0
Jul 9, 1980	EF4	47 km	2
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	64 km	2
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	88 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	55 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	63 km	0
May 14, 1972	EF4	100 km	0
Apr 23, 1968	EF4	82 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	92 km	3
Apr 25, 1961	EF4	75 km	0
Mar 14, 2024	EF3	63 km	1
May 27, 2019	EF3	55 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	72 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JPG 09 1 (6,113 ac, 1998).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1998	JPG 09 1	6,113	94 km
2005	RX BURNPLAN AREA 2-06	5,054	95 km
2007	UNITS 8-9 2008	4,316	96 km
2006	UNIT 19 06 WUI	3,412	97 km
2003	WUI 3 03	3,372	86 km
2010	WUI UNIT 28K	3,230	83 km
1999	UNNAMED	3,122	86 km
2002	UNIT 8	2,753	97 km
2005	UNIT 3 05	2,511	87 km
2001	01 UNIT 16	2,361	94 km
2011	WUI UNITS 0 AND 1 2011	2,215	97 km
2004	UNIT 19	2,004	98 km
2003	UNIT 8 03	1,971	95 km
2008	FY 09 UNIT 42 RX FALL 2008	1,942	91 km
2000	JPG 14	1,908	96 km
2003	UNIT 16 03	1,809	95 km
2002	UNIT 9	1,485	96 km
1995	UNNAMED	1,462	92 km
2010	TRACER	1,408	83 km
2007	UNNAMED	1,334	92 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	2.5 in	Driest
March	40°F (5°C)	3.7 in
April	51°F (10°C)	4.0 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
July	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	65°F (18°C)	2.8 in
October	53°F (12°C)	3.0 in
November	42°F (6°C)	3.5 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	3.2 in

Liberty has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.5").

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Liberty is located in Union County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.2% of the vote, a 55.9-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 8 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%

D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.4%
	39% below US avg
High School+	86.3%
Graduate Degree+	6.6%
School Test Score	6.34

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	2,478/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi
County	Union County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.5%
Avg Download Speed	32.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	8
Restaurants	11
Retail Stores	28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.0 min
Drive Alone	88.2%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	0.9%

Average costs for common services in Liberty. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$233 ($140–$373)
Specialist Visit	$327 ($187–$513)
Urgent Care Visit	$187 ($93–$327)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,053 ($746–$4,665)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling	$233 ($140–$373)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement	$280 ($140–$467)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$560 ($373–$933)
Battery Replacement	$187 ($93–$327)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$140)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair	$373 ($140–$746)
HVAC System Install	$6,531 ($3,732–$11,196)
Roof Repair	$933 ($373–$1,866)
Roof Replacement	$8,397 ($5,132–$13,995)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,400 ($467–$3,266)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,995 ($4,665–$27,990)
DUI Defense	$4,665 ($1,866–$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,400 ($746–$2,799)
Will Preparation	$467 ($187–$933)
Trust Preparation	$2,333 ($933–$4,665)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$140 ($70–$233)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.83 ($2.80–$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.27 ($2.33–$4.67)
Loaf of Bread	$3.55 ($2.33–$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.20 ($2.80–$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.13 ($3.73–$7.00)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.68)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$131 ($75–$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($47–$140)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$187 ($70–$467)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,866 ($1,120–$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.46–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$233)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,120 ($560–$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$933 ($467–$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$373 ($187–$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$933 ($373–$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,663 ($4,665–$27,990)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$280 ($140–$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$187 ($93–$373)

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Top Industries in Union County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	206	27	$30,309	1.26
Wholesale Trade	51	5	$47,844	0.79
Construction	45	12	$57,077	0.52

Schools in Liberty

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Union County High School	High	386	27	14.3:1
Liberty Elementary School	Elementary	346	24	14.4:1
Union County Middle School	Middle	277	20	13.9:1

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Radio Stations near Liberty

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Liberty

3 campgrounds found near Liberty.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
OVERLOOK SHELTER (BROOKVILLE LAKE)	4.7/5	1	$35
TAILWATER SHELTER 2 (BROOKVILLE LAKE)	4.0/5	1	$35
TAILWATER SHELTER 1 (BROOKVILLE LAKE)	—	1	$35

National Parks Near Liberty

18 national parks and monuments found near Liberty.

Park	Type	Fee
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Clifty Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
East Fork State Park	State Park	Free
General Butler State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Grand Lake St Marys State Park	State Park	Free
Harbor Point State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Hueston Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Kincaid Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Kiser Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Loramie State Park	State Park	Free
Mounds State Park	State Park	Free
Stonelick State Park	State Park	Free
Summit Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Sycamore State Park	State Park	Free
Versailles State Park	State Park	Free
William Howard Taft National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free

Historical Trends — Liberty

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,072	$32,143
2015	2,038	$38,173
2017	2,032	$40,977
2019	2,008	$45,139
2021	1,995	$54,063
2023	2,008	$46,801

Museums in Liberty

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CONNER PRAIRIE PARK	GENERAL MUSEUM		3177766000	$90,078,756
JOSEPH MOORE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		7659831303	$90,078,756
RALPH TEETOR PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		7659831303	$90,078,756
OXFORD COMMUNITY ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		5135248506	$979,508
WHITEWATER VALLEY RAILROAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7658252054	$774,982
COPE ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	4910 SHOEMAKER ROAD	7658553188	$752,105
RICHMOND ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		3179660256	$464,672
WAYNE COUNTY INDIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7659625756	$205,152
JOURNAL OF WOMEN'S HISTORY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$74,995
HISTORIC CONNERSVILLE	HISTORY MUSEUM	111 EAST 4TH STREET	7658279390	$66,100
INDIANA FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 40	7659662235	$58,831
27TH INFANTRY REGIMENTAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ABINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DELTA ZETA NATIONAL HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5135237588
FRANKLIN COUNTY CITIZENS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3176475506
GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7659667184
HAYES REGIONAL ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7659623745
HEFNER ZOOLOGY MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5135294617
HISTORIC CENTERVILLE	GENERAL MUSEUM		7658553547
HISTORIC METAMORA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7656472194
HUDDLESTON FARMHOUSE INN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7654783172
HUDDLESTON HOUSE TAVERN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KARL LIMPER GEOLOGY MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5135293220
MIAMI UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		5135292232
MUSEUM OF OVERBECK ART POTTERY	GENERAL MUSEUM
OVERBECK POTTERY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7654783335
REILY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RICHMOND RURAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	350 HUB ETCHISON PARKWAY
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7653101140
WILLIAM HOLMES MCGUFFEY HOUSE AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5135298380

Libraries in Liberty

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MORRISSON-REEVES LIBRARY	80 NORTH 6TH STREET	159,082
FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	828 GRAND AVENUE	133,469
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	2 EAST SEMINARY STREET	92,462
FRANKLIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	919 MAIN STREET	68,393
CENTERVILLE-CENTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	126 EAST MAIN STREET	35,321

Farmers Markets in Liberty

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brookville Farmers Market	South Main Street	05/16/2014 to 10/17/2014	Fri: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Centerville Farmers Market	Behind Schraeder Real Estate
Fayette County Farmers' Market	401 N Central Ave	05/02/2020 to 09/26/2020	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Oxford Farmers Market	Main & High Streets	05/02/2015 to 11/14/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Richmond Farmers Market - Summer Season (May-October)	47 N 6th St	05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Wesler Orchards & Farm Market	9319 Wesler Road				Visit

Breweries in Liberty

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alley Kat Bar	Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs	911 E Main St	7659635287	Visit
New Boswell	Brewery	410 N 10th St	7654882042

Nursing Homes in Liberty

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WHITEWATER COMMONS SENIOR LIVING 215 W HIGH ST	Government - County	60	39	3/5	—	1/5	2/5	7654585117

Pharmacies in Liberty

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6795	201 WEST HIGH STREET	765-458-6882

Cell Towers in Liberty

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
11149 KEELER RD	TOWER	112
699 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 450 EAST (110729)	GTOWER	95
12085 U.S. 52 (110674)	GTOWER	95
12085 U.S. 52 (110674)	GTOWER	95
699 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 450 EAST (110729)	GTOWER	95
6055 LOOKOUT RD (110676)	GTOWER	95
6055 LOOKOUT RD (110676)	GTOWER	95
2460 RESERVOIR ROAD (111153)	LTOWER	91
2460 RESERVOIR ROAD (111153)	LTOWER	91
2161 US 35 N	TOWER	91
1764 North Market Street (111009)	LTOWER	90
1764 North Market Street (111009)	LTOWER	90
3951 HARRIS RD (58235)	LTOWER	87
14050 Bentley Road (110675)	GTOWER	83
14050 Bentley Road (110675)	GTOWER	83
50 SOUTHWEST 11TH STREET (111156)	GTOWER	83
50 SOUTHWEST 11TH STREET (111156)	GTOWER	83
5221 Morning Sun Road (81654)	MTOWER	58
7978 State Route 320 (85511)	MTOWER	56

Fire Stations in Liberty

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Liberty Volunteer Fire Department	1 S Fairground ST	Volunteer			765-458-6321

Bridges in Liberty

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1957	50	5,308	F
Culvert	Concrete	1933	114	4,248	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1984	294	3,969	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	103	3,969	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	178	2,671	G
Culvert	Concrete	1932	36	2,410	F
Culvert	Concrete	1956	65	1,474	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1974	466	550	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1960	46	300	P
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1981	159	250	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1970	36	250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1962	43	250	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	58	200	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	144	200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	50	150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	70	125	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	24	125	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	102	100	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	34	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	54	100	F

Correctional Facilities in Liberty

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
UNION COUNTY JAIL	106 EAST UNION STREET	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Liberty

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Connersville, IN	1012 Eastern Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Liberty

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
JOHNS MANVILLE, INC.	814 RICHMOND AVE	WAYNE
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC	5735 COLLEGE CORNER ROAD	BUTLER

Airports Near Liberty

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport	CVG	Large Airport
Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field	LUK	Medium Airport
Delaware County Johnson Field	MIE	Medium Airport
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport	DAY	Medium Airport
Adams Strip	—	Small Airport
Alexandria Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Municipal Darlington Field	AID	Small Airport
Bashore Airport	—	Small Airport
Batesville Airport	HLB	Small Airport
Boober Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowman Airport	—	Small Airport
Brush Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Buell Airport	—	Small Airport
Burk Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Butler Co Regional Airport - Hogan Field	HAO	Small Airport
Caintuckee Airport	—	Small Airport
Carroll's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Chuck's Airport	—	Small Airport
Cincinnati West Airport	—	Small Airport
Clermont County Airport	—	Small Airport
Collins-Flege Airpark	—	Small Airport
Dahio Trotwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Darke County Airport	—	Small Airport
Dayton-Phillipsburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport	MGY	Small Airport
Diamond P. Field	—	Small Airport
Dungan Airport	—	Small Airport
Farpoint Airfield	—	Small Airport
Ferrell Airport	—	Small Airport
Finney's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Francis Airport	—	Small Airport
Fry Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilmer Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hagerstown Airport	—	Small Airport
Heitman Field	—	Small Airport
Herbs Field	—	Small Airport
Hogan Airport	—	Small Airport
Huber Field	—	Small Airport
Hufford Field	—	Small Airport
Hummel Airport	—	Small Airport
Jims Airport	—	Small Airport
Joe Cimprich Airport	—	Small Airport
Josephs Field	—	Small Airport
Kathamel Airport	—	Small Airport
Kemps Field of Dreams Airport	—	Small Airport
Kramer Airfield	—	Small Airport
Leis Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Liberty

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Franklin County Sheriff	371 Main Street
Miami University Police Services Center
Oxford Municipal Building
Oxford Police Department
Wayne County Sheriff	200 East Main Street

Grocery Stores in Liberty

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 6718	Other	166 S US Highway 27
Family Dollar 13639	Other	136 S US Highway 27
Liberty Bell Grocery Outlet	Convenience Store	217 S Main St
Liberty Countrymark 201	Convenience Store	404 N Main St
Liberty Shell 202	Convenience Store	10 N Main St
Woodruff's Supermarket	Supermarket	10 S Main St

Treatment Centers in Liberty

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Recovery Center Richmond	Substance Abuse	877-467-3123
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Wayne County Adult and Family	Both	800-344-8802
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Wayne County Outpatient	Mental Health	877-467-3123
Community Mental Health Center Inc - Franklin County Office	Both	765-647-4173
PEACE Community Services LLC	Substance Abuse	317-379-7358
Reid Health	Mental Health	765-983-3000 x0
Reid Outpatient Behavioral Health - Outpatient Behavioral Health	Mental Health	765-983-3298
Richmond State Hospital	Both	765-966-0511
Spero Health - Richmond	Substance Abuse	765-212-3361

Churches & Religious Organizations in Liberty

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BIBLE BELIEVERS BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 84
EDWARDS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	4 W SEMINARY ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	17 W UNION ST
FRIENDS OF HOPE INC	2033 E KITCHEL RD
GRACE COMMUNITY BAPTIST OF LIBERTY INDIANA	308 MEADOW LN
HANNAS CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH C/O ROMA J HUBBARD	PO BOX 285
LIBERTY COMMUNITY CHURCH INCORPORATED	17 W UNION ST
VIETNAM MINISTRIES AND SEAOF INC	PO BOX 61

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Frequently Asked Questions About Liberty

What is the population of Liberty?

Liberty has a population of 1,958 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 2,478 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.6% female and 47.4% male.

Is Liberty expensive to live in?

Liberty is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,801, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Liberty safe?

Liberty is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 285 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,425 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Liberty receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Liberty?

Liberty has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Liberty?

The job market in Liberty is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $845. There are 150 business establishments in the area, including 11 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 0.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Liberty?

The median home value in Liberty is $122,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,713. For renters, the median monthly rent is $745. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.3%. The average annual property tax is $1,775.

How are the schools in Liberty?

Schools in Liberty score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.4% of adults in Liberty hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Liberty?

The obesity rate in Liberty is 37.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 22.7% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance. 62.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,047.

What is transportation like in Liberty?

The average commute in Liberty is 28 minutes. 88.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Liberty?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Liberty is 93.1% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 9.8% of the population are military veterans. 22.2% of residents have a disability. 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Connersville, IN 13,241 pop · 11.5 mi Lake Lakengren, OH 3,404 pop · 13.2 mi Oxford, OH 22,069 pop · 13.2 mi Centerville, IN 2,748 pop · 13.5 mi Richmond, IN 35,551 pop · 13.8 mi Camden, OH 1,986 pop · 15.0 mi Brookville, IN 2,640 pop · 15.3 mi New Paris, OH 1,338 pop · 16.9 mi Eaton, OH 8,353 pop · 17.5 mi Cambridge City, IN 1,623 pop · 17.8 mi West Alexandria, OH 1,599 pop · 22.2 mi Hagerstown, IN 1,710 pop · 22.8 mi St. Leon, IN 1,012 pop · 23.3 mi New Miami, OH 2,280 pop · 24.9 mi

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