New Liberty, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

New Liberty is a small town in Iowa with a population of 154. Residents earn $87,857 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
154 Population 1,540/sq mi density
$87,857 Median Income $31,056 per capita
$129,500 Home Value $299,639 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$87,857 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,500 home value, $1,375/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,857
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $129,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,540/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,857
Per Capita$31,056
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,500
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,639
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation795 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute38 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries11

Is New Liberty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Liberty receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. New Liberty offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Liberty is $87,857, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Liberty is $129,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Liberty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Liberty has a population of 154 with a density of 1,540 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

154
Total Population
1,540
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Liberty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Liberty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Liberty is $87,857, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: New Liberty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,857
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,056
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,239
County GDP$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants496
Healthcare523
Retail618
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone67.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Liberty is $129,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,639.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,500
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Rate5.13%
In New Liberty, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death7,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities523

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

New Liberty has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation795 ft (242 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Coordinates41.7160°N, 90.8778°W
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone67.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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