Median Income
$67,813
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$180,100
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.7%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.2%
58% lower than US avg
How Liberty Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population192
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,813
Per Capita$38,515
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$998M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$180,100
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation870 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries2
Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $67,813, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Liberty is $180,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Liberty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Liberty has a population of 192 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%), with 13% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.
Population
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
The median household income in Liberty is $67,813, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,813 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,515 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
The median home value in Liberty is $180,100, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,100 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,071 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.18% |
In Liberty, 47.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Liberty vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.7% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.2% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Liberty vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Liberty has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 870 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4609°N, 94.5457°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |