Liberty, MS

Mississippi

Liberty is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 845. Residents earn $42,829 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
845 Population 410/sq mi density
$42,829 Median Income $23,551 per capita
$104,300 Home Value $151,916 Zillow
$415 Median Rent 36.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,829 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,300 home value, $415/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,829
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $415
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population845
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density410/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,829
Per Capita$23,551
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$389M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,300
Rent$415
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,916
Rent Burden36.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.7 in/yr
Elevation368 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+82.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute36 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries3

Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. 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 $42,829, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liberty is $104,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $415 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Liberty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Liberty has a population of 845 with a density of 410 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 22.1% Black.

Population

845
Total Population
410
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Liberty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liberty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liberty is $42,829, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Liberty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,829
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,551
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$52,849

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)209
County GDP$389M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,013
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Liberty is $104,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $415 (64% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,916.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,916

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$415
64% below US avg
Rent Burden36.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,013
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Liberty, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death15,674/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access26.4%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Liberty has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.7 inches
62% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation368 ft (112 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density410/sq mi
Coordinates31.1619°N, 90.7983°W
County FIPS28005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density410/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants10
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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