Median Income
$44,205
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$182,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.4%
16% lower than US avg
How Liberty Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population367
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density316/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.6%
Economy
B
Median Income$44,205
Per Capita$25,152
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$843M
Commute31 min
Housing
A
Home Value$182,100
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,698
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease7.7%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Elevation636 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries2
Is Liberty a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Liberty receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, 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 $44,205, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Liberty is $182,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% 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 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Liberty has a population of 367 with a density of 316 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Liberty is $44,205, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,205 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,152 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,092 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 418 |
| County GDP | $843M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,324 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |
The median home value in Liberty is $182,100, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,698.
Home Values
| Census Median | $182,100 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $333,698 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $758 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,324 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
In Liberty, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Liberty vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.2% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 11.6% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 33.1% |
| Mental Distress | 23.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,786/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 34.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Crime Rates: Liberty vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Liberty has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.8 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 316/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0045°N, 85.9778°W |
| County FIPS | 47159 |