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West Liberty, IL

Illinois

West Liberty is a small town in Illinois with a population of 37. Residents earn $35,536 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
37 Population 73/sq mi density
$35,536 Median Income $31,989 per capita
$51,700 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$35,536 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,700 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,536
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,700
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,536
Per Capita$31,989
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$834M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units24
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.3%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation483 ft (147 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries1

Is West Liberty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Liberty receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. West Liberty stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Liberty is $35,536, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Liberty is $51,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

West Liberty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Liberty has a population of 37 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

37
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

West Liberty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Liberty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Liberty is $35,536, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: West Liberty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,536
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,989
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$63,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare56
Retail60
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Liberty is $51,700, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,700
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Effective Rate9.38%
In West Liberty, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,755
Dentists1:3,859
Mental Health1:191
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death10,994/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities56
West Liberty has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation483 ft (147 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates38.8524°N, 88.0852°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.5-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 53.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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