West Liberty, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Morgan County County
West Liberty, KY
At a Glance
How West Liberty Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Liberty's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Liberty a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Liberty residents earn a median household income of $57,411 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,052. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 286 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Liberty is $202,100 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,780. Median rent is $622/month, with 25.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
West Liberty reports 85 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 226/100K.
Education
15.3% of adults in West Liberty hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 82.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Liberty has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.