Liberty, NE

Nebraska

Liberty is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 50. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
50 Population 263/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $22,502 per capita
N/A Home Value $327,404 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.4%
194% higher than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age18.8 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$22,502
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty36.4%
County GDP$141M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,404

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation1,304 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Liberty has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Liberty is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 36.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Liberty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Liberty has a population of 50 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 18.8 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

50
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
18.8yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%
Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Liberty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liberty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liberty is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Liberty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,502
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$54,685

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.4%
194% above US avg
Establishments (County)93
County GDP$141M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare6
Retail10
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,404.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$327,404

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Premature Death10,502/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.5%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Liberty has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,304 ft (397 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates40.0855°N, 96.4830°W
County FIPS31133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants8
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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