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Liberty, KS

Kansas

Liberty is a small town in Kansas with a population of 128.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
128 Population 512/sq mi density
$46,500 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $46,500
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,296
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$2,997M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$46,500
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation754 ft (230 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+80.8%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries4

Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Liberty faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liberty is $46,500, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Liberty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Liberty has a population of 128 with a density of 512 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 9.4% Hispanic.

Population

128
Total Population
512
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Liberty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liberty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liberty is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Liberty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,296
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$57,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,228
County GDP$2,997M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare95
Retail111
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,621
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Liberty is $46,500, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,500
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,621
3% above US avg
Effective Rate7.79%
In Liberty, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death12,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities95
Liberty has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation754 ft (230 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates37.1564°N, 95.5977°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.1-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+80.8%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density512/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants72
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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