Liberty, MO
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Liberty Overview
30,299
TOTAL POPULATION
15,154
MALE POPULATION
15,145
FEMALE POPULATION
100.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.94
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,445
PER CAPITA INCOME
$112,676
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$91,512
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,517
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Liberty Zip Codes
Liberty Area Codes
Race in Liberty
The most populous races in Liberty are White / Caucasian (26,512 | 87.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1,736 | 5.7%), and Two or more Races (1,436 | 4.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 412 | 1.4% |
| Black / African American | 1,376 | 4.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 34 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,736 | 5.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 103 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 26,512 | 87.5% |
| Two or more Races | 1,436 | 4.7% |
| Some other Race | 426 | 1.4% |
| Total | 30,299 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Liberty
The most populous ancestries reported in Liberty are German (8,069 | 26.6%), English (5,208 | 17.2%), Irish (4,626 | 15.3%), American (1,855 | 6.1%), and Italian (1,384 | 4.6%), together accounting for 69.8% of all Liberty residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 56 | 0.2% |
| Albanian | 9 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,855 | 6.1% |
| Apache | 4 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 17 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 10 | 0.0% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 3 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 55 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 141 | 0.5% |
| Brazilian | 33 | 0.1% |
| British | 131 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 26 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 12 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 112 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 186 | 0.6% |
| Chippewa | 25 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 35 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 15 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Crow | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 15 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 127 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 132 | 0.4% |
| Delaware | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 271 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 100 | 0.3% |
| English | 5,208 | 17.2% |
| Ethiopian | 4 | 0.0% |
| European | 941 | 3.1% |
| Finnish | 20 | 0.1% |
| French | 934 | 3.1% |
| French American Indian | 10 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 62 | 0.2% |
| German | 8,069 | 26.6% |
| German Russian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 22 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 37 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 12 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 68 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 104 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 4,626 | 15.3% |
| Iroquois | 9 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,384 | 4.6% |
| Kenyan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 10 | 0.0% |
| Laotian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 17 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 95 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 1,107 | 3.6% |
| Native Hawaiian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 14 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 365 | 1.2% |
| Osage | 32 | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 12 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 97 | 0.3% |
| Pennsylvania German | 17 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 328 | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 21 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 13 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 92 | 0.3% |
| Samoan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 109 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 391 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 756 | 2.5% |
| Serbian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 76 | 0.3% |
| South American | 14 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 388 | 1.3% |
| Spanish | 77 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 167 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 77 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 926 | 3.1% |
| Swiss | 17 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 130 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 42 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 439 | 1.5% |
| Yugoslavian | 12 | 0.0% | View All 80 Rows |
Immigrants in Liberty
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Liberty came from Europe (227 | 0.7%), Latin America (227 | 0.7%), Asia (226 | 0.7%), Central America (208 | 0.7%), and Mexico (193 | 0.6%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Liberty residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 69 | 0.2% |
| Albania | 9 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 226 | 0.7% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 35 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 15 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 208 | 0.7% |
| China | 89 | 0.3% |
| Costa Rica | 15 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 15 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 69 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 103 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 99 | 0.3% |
| Ethiopia | 59 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 227 | 0.7% |
| India | 32 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 6 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 84 | 0.3% |
| Japan | 14 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 227 | 0.7% |
| Mexico | 193 | 0.6% |
| Micronesia | 12 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 6 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 12 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 6 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 70 | 0.2% |
| South America | 4 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 52 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 35 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 122 | 0.4% |
| Spain | 38 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 12 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 16 | 0.1% |
| Uzbekistan | 20 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 17 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 36 | 0.1% | View All 37 Rows |
Sex and Age in Liberty
Sex and Age in Liberty
The most populous age groups in Liberty are 5 to 9 Years (1,314 | 8.7%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,317 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,087 (7.2%) | 837 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,314 (8.7%) | 791 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,193 (7.9%) | 1,317 (8.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,178 (7.8%) | 845 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 824 (5.4%) | 794 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 818 (5.4%) | 753 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,068 (7.0%) | 1,200 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,088 (7.2%) | 1,209 (8.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 977 (6.5%) | 1,000 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 770 (5.1%) | 833 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 987 (6.5%) | 833 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 878 (5.8%) | 1,168 (7.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,006 (6.6%) | 1,119 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 691 (4.6%) | 847 (5.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 601 (4.0%) | 598 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 292 (1.9%) | 486 (3.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 224 (1.5%) | 219 (1.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 158 (1.0%) | 296 (1.9%) |
| Total | 15,154 (100.0%) | 15,145 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Liberty
Median Family Size in Liberty
The median family size in Liberty is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,046 | 13.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.62 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (365 | 4.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.67 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,146 (81.3%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 365 (4.8%) | 2.67 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,046 (13.8%) | 3.62 |
| Total Families | 7,557 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Liberty
The median household size in Liberty is 2.64 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,046 | 9.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.13 persons per household. non-family households (3,514 | 31.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,146 (55.5%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 365 (3.3%) | 2.95 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,046 (9.5%) | 4.13 |
| Non-family | 3,514 (31.7%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 11,071 (100.0%) | 2.64 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Liberty
Out of a total of 11,071 households in Liberty, 7,557 (68.3%) are family households, while 3,514 (31.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,976, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,955.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,955 (26.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,976 (26.9%) | 469 (4.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,731 (15.6%) | 73 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,695 (15.3%) | 17 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 640 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 343 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 172 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,557 (68.3%) | 3,514 (31.7%) |
Female Fertility in Liberty
Fertility by Age in Liberty
Average fertility rate in Liberty is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 226 (76.6%) | 82.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 69 (23.4%) | 21.0 |
| Total | 295 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Liberty
87.1% of women with births (295) in Liberty are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 16.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 188 (83.2%) | 38 (16.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 257 (87.1%) | 38 (12.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Liberty
Average fertility rate in Liberty is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 78.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 45.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 61 (20.7%) | 67.0 |
| High School Diploma | 29 (9.8%) | 23.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 28 (9.5%) | 12.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 134 (45.4%) | 78.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 43 (14.6%) | 76.0 |
| Total | 295 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Liberty
12.9% of women with births in Liberty are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 23.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 22 (78.6%) | 6 (21.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 102 (76.1%) | 32 (23.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 257 (87.1%) | 38 (12.9%) |
Income in Liberty
Income Overview in Liberty
Per Capita Income in Liberty is $38,445, while median incomes of families and households are $112,676 and $91,512 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 30,299 | $38,445 |
| Median Family Income | 7,557 | $112,676 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,557 | $121,800 |
| Median Household Income | 11,071 | $91,512 |
| Mean Household Income | 11,071 | $101,310 |
| Income Deficit | 7,557 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 30,299 | 28.99% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 30,299 | 71.01¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 30,299 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Liberty
Average Earnings in Liberty are $50,630, $58,199 for men and $41,329 for women, a difference of 29.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 8,852 (53.9%) | $58,199 |
| Female | 7,582 (46.1%) | $41,329 |
| Total | 16,434 (100.0%) | $50,630 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Liberty
The most common earnings brackets in Liberty are $100,000+ for men (1,649 | 18.6%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (1,079 | 14.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 458 (5.2%) | 437 (5.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 258 (2.9%) | 292 (3.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 249 (2.8%) | 251 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 193 (2.2%) | 212 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 185 (2.1%) | 242 (3.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 174 (2.0%) | 200 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 146 (1.7%) | 205 (2.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 159 (1.8%) | 128 (1.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 108 (1.2%) | 162 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 89 (1.0%) | 317 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 429 (4.9%) | 319 (4.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 193 (2.2%) | 558 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 238 (2.7%) | 375 (5.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 236 (2.7%) | 363 (4.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 491 (5.6%) | 428 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 446 (5.0%) | 439 (5.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 928 (10.5%) | 1,079 (14.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,031 (11.7%) | 381 (5.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,192 (13.5%) | 587 (7.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,649 (18.6%) | 607 (8.0%) |
| Total | 8,852 (100.0%) | 7,582 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Liberty
Average earnings in Liberty are $65,371 for men and $47,793 for women, a difference of 26.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $88,634, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $48,371. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,232, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $32,241.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $48,371 | $32,241 |
| High School Diploma | $55,497 | $35,000 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $67,779 | $44,387 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,093 | $55,413 |
| Graduate Degree | $88,634 | $62,232 |
| Total | $65,371 | $47,793 |
Family Income in Liberty
Family Income Brackets in Liberty
According to the Liberty family income data, there are 2,464 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.6% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 30 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 144 | 1.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 38 | 0.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 30 | 0.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 227 | 3.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 657 | 8.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,103 | 14.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,028 | 13.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,464 | 32.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,179 | 15.6% |
| $200,000+ | 680 | 9.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Liberty
3-person families (1,728 | 22.9%) account for the highest median family income in Liberty with $122,702 per family, while 2-person families (3,141 | 41.6%) have the highest median income of $48,241 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,141 (41.6%) | $96,482 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,728 (22.9%) | $122,702 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,650 (21.8%) | $122,150 |
| 5-Person Families | 640 (8.5%) | $112,778 |
| 6-Person Families | 346 (4.6%) | $101,961 |
| 7+ Person Families | 52 (0.7%) | $105,833 |
| Total | 7,557 (100.0%) | $112,676 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Liberty
The median family income in Liberty is $112,676, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,054) having the highest median family income of $151,875, while families with no earners (725) have the lowest median family income of $54,637, accounting for 14.0% and 9.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 725 (9.6%) | $54,637 |
| 1 Earner | 2,425 (32.1%) | $73,515 |
| 2 Earners | 3,353 (44.4%) | $123,488 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,054 (14.0%) | $151,875 |
| Total | 7,557 (100.0%) | $112,676 |
Household Income in Liberty
Household Income Brackets in Liberty
With 2,901 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Liberty, accounting for 26.2% of all households. In contrast, only 321 households (2.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 421 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 321 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 454 | 4.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 764 | 6.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,118 | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,760 | 15.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,273 | 11.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,901 | 26.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,273 | 11.5% |
| $200,000+ | 786 | 7.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Liberty
The median household income in Liberty is $91,512, with the highest median household income of $109,410 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,114 households (37.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,368, with 264 households (2.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 264 (2.4%) | $27,368 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,982 (36.0%) | $93,827 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,114 (37.2%) | $109,410 |
| 65+ Years | 2,711 (24.5%) | $64,365 |
| Total | 11,071 (100.0%) | $91,512 |
Poverty in Liberty
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Liberty
With 7.9% poverty level for males and 7.4% for females among the residents of Liberty, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 183 males (35.3%) and 15 females (16.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (0.7%) | 64 (8.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (16.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 217 (14.7%) | 65 (4.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 41 (6.2%) | 31 (4.4%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 183 (35.3%) | 14 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 171 (17.2%) | 113 (13.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 239 (13.3%) | 265 (13.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 25 (1.2%) | 122 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 79 (4.5%) | 79 (4.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 100 (5.4%) | 209 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 69 (5.4%) | 25 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (3.1%) | 76 (8.2%) |
| Total | 1,152 (7.9%) | 1,078 (7.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Liberty
According to the poverty statistics in Liberty, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,055 (99.3%) | 670 (91.3%) |
| 5 Years | 257 (100.0%) | 74 (83.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,263 (85.3%) | 1,250 (95.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 618 (93.8%) | 672 (95.6%) |
| 15 Years | 228 (100.0%) | 162 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 336 (64.7%) | 405 (96.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 821 (82.8%) | 706 (86.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,555 (86.7%) | 1,645 (86.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,003 (98.8%) | 2,071 (94.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,658 (95.5%) | 1,579 (95.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,746 (94.6%) | 2,038 (90.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,216 (94.6%) | 1,389 (98.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 617 (96.9%) | 852 (91.8%) |
| Total | 13,373 (92.1%) | 13,513 (92.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Liberty
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Liberty show that 1.0% or 64 of the total 6,146 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.1%, comprising of 33 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,304 (99.3%) | 23 (0.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,120 (99.6%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 615 (94.9%) | 33 (5.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,082 (99.0%) | 64 (1.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Liberty
According to the poverty data in Liberty, 5.2% or 19 single-father households and 15.5% or 162 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (7.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (16.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (7.2%) | 53 (12.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (16.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 19 (5.2%) | 162 (15.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Liberty
The poverty data for Liberty shows that 64 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 181 of the single-parent households (12.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 33 households (5.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 23 (0.7%) | 41 (11.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (0.4%) | 72 (10.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 33 (5.1%) | 59 (16.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 64 (1.0%) | 181 (12.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Liberty
Employment by Class of Employer in Liberty
Among the 14,772 employed individuals in Liberty, private company employees (10,492 | 71.0%), not-for-profit organizations (1,429 | 9.7%), and local government employees (890 | 6.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,492 | 71.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 510 | 3.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 479 | 3.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,429 | 9.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 890 | 6.0% |
| State Government Employees | 454 | 3.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 476 | 3.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 42 | 0.3% |
| Total | 14,772 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Liberty
According to the labor force statistics for Liberty, out of the total population over 16 years of age (23,369), 66.4% or 15,517 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 574 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 89.7% or 3,070 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.6% or 133 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 840 (51.5%) | 96 (11.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,149 (71.0%) | 133 (11.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,255 (79.9%) | 84 (6.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,801 (79.4%) | 77 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,667 (85.8%) | 88 (2.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,070 (89.7%) | 40 (1.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,481 (72.4%) | 30 (2.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,386 (65.2%) | 25 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 701 (25.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 168 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,517 (66.4%) | 574 (3.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Liberty
According to labor force statistics for Liberty, 80.6% of individuals (12,660) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (15,707) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 342 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.0% or 5,282 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 18 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 408 (61.4%) | 29 (4.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,758 (68.6%) | 97 (2.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,206 (83.8%) | 161 (3.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,282 (88.0%) | 138 (2.3%) |
| Total | 12,660 (80.6%) | 424 (2.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Liberty
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Liberty are Management (1,915 | 12.9%), Community & Social Service (1,591 | 10.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,056 | 7.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (906 | 6.1%), and Business & Financial (790 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Liberty, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (86.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (75.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.5%), Health Technologists (68.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,123 (58.6%) | 792 (41.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 324 (41.0%) | 466 (59.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 781 (86.2%) | 125 (13.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 317 (75.7%) | 102 (24.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 429 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 35 (60.3%) | 23 (39.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 592 (37.2%) | 999 (62.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 122 (41.8%) | 170 (58.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 85 (34.4%) | 162 (65.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 262 (33.2%) | 527 (66.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 123 (46.8%) | 140 (53.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 312 (29.5%) | 744 (70.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 230 (31.9%) | 491 (68.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,132 (50.0%) | 3,126 (49.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,965 (53.4%) | 6,943 (46.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Liberty are Food Preparation & Serving (844 | 5.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (304 | 2.0%), Security & Protection (264 | 1.8%), Personal Care & Service (256 | 1.7%), and Healthcare Support (251 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Liberty, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (60.2%), and Security & Protection (51.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (80.7%), and Personal Care & Service (73.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 29 (11.6%) | 222 (88.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 136 (51.5%) | 128 (48.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 27 (19.3%) | 113 (80.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 109 (87.9%) | 15 (12.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 338 (40.1%) | 506 (60.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 183 (60.2%) | 121 (39.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 68 (26.6%) | 188 (73.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 754 (39.3%) | 1,165 (60.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,965 (53.4%) | 6,943 (46.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Liberty are Office & Administration (1,642 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (1,611 | 10.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 929 (57.7%) | 682 (42.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 293 (17.8%) | 1,349 (82.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,222 (37.6%) | 2,031 (62.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,965 (53.4%) | 6,943 (46.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Liberty are Construction & Extraction (554 | 3.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (442 | 3.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 554 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 434 (98.2%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 988 (99.2%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,965 (53.4%) | 6,943 (46.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Liberty are Production (1,482 | 9.9%), Material Moving (550 | 3.7%), and Transportation (450 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,104 (74.5%) | 378 (25.5%) |
| Transportation | 428 (95.1%) | 22 (4.9%) |
| Material Moving | 337 (61.3%) | 213 (38.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,869 (75.3%) | 613 (24.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,965 (53.4%) | 6,943 (46.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Liberty
Employment Industries in Liberty
The major employment industries in Liberty include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,194 | 14.7%), Manufacturing (2,036 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (1,869 | 12.5%), Educational Services (1,345 | 9.0%), and Professional & Scientific (1,032 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Liberty
The Liberty industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (90.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.5%), and Educational Services (58.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 881 (90.9%) | 88 (9.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,622 (79.7%) | 414 (20.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 318 (87.6%) | 45 (12.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 943 (50.4%) | 926 (49.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 391 (65.1%) | 210 (34.9%) |
| Utilities | 128 (73.1%) | 47 (26.9%) |
| Information | 196 (59.2%) | 135 (40.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 398 (44.8%) | 491 (55.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 128 (48.8%) | 134 (51.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 534 (51.7%) | 498 (48.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 238 (43.5%) | 309 (56.5%) |
| Educational Services | 554 (41.2%) | 791 (58.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 407 (18.5%) | 1,787 (81.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 186 (66.4%) | 94 (33.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 426 (54.5%) | 356 (45.5%) |
| Public Administration | 325 (50.6%) | 317 (49.4%) |
| Total | 7,965 (53.4%) | 6,943 (46.6%) |
Education in Liberty
School Enrollment in Liberty
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,161 students in Liberty are middle school (2,140 | 26.2%), elementary school (1,741 | 21.3%), and high school (1,661 | 20.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 532 | 6.5% |
| Kindergarten | 283 | 3.5% |
| Elementary School | 1,741 | 21.3% |
| Middle School | 2,140 | 26.2% |
| High School | 1,661 | 20.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,410 | 17.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 394 | 4.8% |
| Total | 8,161 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Liberty
Out of a total of 8,161 students who are enrolled in schools in Liberty, 1,306 (16.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,855 (84.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 168 (48.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,262 (95.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 180 (51.7%) | 168 (48.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,739 (88.9%) | 217 (11.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,214 (88.2%) | 296 (11.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,262 (95.5%) | 59 (4.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 514 (91.9%) | 45 (8.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 484 (61.3%) | 306 (38.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 269 (58.4%) | 192 (41.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 191 (88.4%) | 25 (11.6%) |
| Total | 6,855 (84.0%) | 1,306 (16.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Liberty
Business (1,764 | 20.8%), education (1,148 | 13.6%), science & technology (927 | 11.0%), social sciences (586 | 6.9%), and liberal arts & history (567 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 8,466 individuals in Liberty who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 357 | 4.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 498 | 5.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 186 | 2.2% |
| Psychology | 357 | 4.2% |
| Social Sciences | 586 | 6.9% |
| Engineering | 259 | 3.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 86 | 1.0% |
| Science & Technology | 927 | 11.0% |
| Business | 1,764 | 20.8% |
| Education | 1,148 | 13.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 303 | 3.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 567 | 6.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 513 | 6.1% |
| Communications | 402 | 4.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 513 | 6.1% |
| Total | 8,466 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Liberty
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Liberty
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Liberty are males with 2 vehicles (3,311, accounting for 42.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,670, making up 48.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 108 (1.4%) | 104 (1.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,101 (14.1%) | 1,413 (20.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,311 (42.4%) | 2,670 (39.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,932 (24.8%) | 1,625 (23.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,037 (13.3%) | 767 (11.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 311 (4.0%) | 246 (3.6%) |
| Total | 7,800 (100.0%) | 6,825 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Liberty
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Liberty are 5 to 9 minutes (2,010 commuters, 15.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,889 commuters, 14.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,889 commuters, 14.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 495 | 3.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,010 | 15.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,503 | 11.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,889 | 14.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,889 | 14.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,269 | 9.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,738 | 13.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 514 | 3.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 499 | 3.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 669 | 5.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 402 | 3.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 153 | 1.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Liberty
The most common commute times in Liberty are 20 to 24 minutes (1,102 commuters, 15.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,134 commuters, 19.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 273 (3.8%) | 222 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 876 (12.4%) | 1,134 (19.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 730 (10.3%) | 773 (13.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,062 (15.0%) | 827 (13.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,102 (15.5%) | 787 (13.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 715 (10.1%) | 554 (9.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 972 (13.7%) | 766 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 223 (3.2%) | 291 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 289 (4.1%) | 210 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 401 (5.7%) | 268 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 297 (4.2%) | 105 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 149 (2.1%) | 4 (0.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Liberty
The most frequent times of departure to work in Liberty are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,019, 14.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,062, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 463 (6.5%) | 250 (4.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 296 (4.2%) | 149 (2.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 499 (7.0%) | 124 (2.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 798 (11.3%) | 410 (6.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 897 (12.7%) | 626 (10.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,019 (14.4%) | 999 (16.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 673 (9.5%) | 1,062 (17.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 596 (8.4%) | 484 (8.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 127 (1.8%) | 351 (5.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 469 (6.6%) | 428 (7.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 80 (1.1%) | 146 (2.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 34 (0.5%) | 67 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 476 (6.7%) | 436 (7.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 662 (9.3%) | 409 (6.9%) |
| Total | 7,089 (100.0%) | 5,941 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Liberty
Occupancy by Ownership in Liberty
Of the total 11,071 dwellings in Liberty, owner-occupied units account for 8,019 (72.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,052 (27.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 8,019 | 72.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,052 | 27.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 11,071 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Liberty
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,955 | 26.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,445 | 31.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,804 | 16.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,867 | 25.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 11,071 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Liberty
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,500 (50.8%) | 1,455 (49.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,687 (78.0%) | 758 (22.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,470 (81.5%) | 334 (18.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,362 (82.4%) | 505 (17.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 8,019 (72.4%) | 3,052 (27.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Liberty
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 199 (48.5%) | 211 (51.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,482 (62.9%) | 874 (37.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,629 (71.3%) | 1,058 (28.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,709 (80.3%) | 909 (19.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Liberty
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,939 | 17.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,307 | 20.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,873 | 16.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,241 | 20.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,681 | 15.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 664 | 6.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 366 | 3.3% |
| Total | 11,071 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Liberty
Median Income by Occupancy in Liberty
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 8,019 (72.4%) | $108,463 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,052 (27.6%) | $40,234 |
| Average | 11,071 (100.0%) | $91,512 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Liberty
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 34 (0.4%) | 233 (7.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 58 (0.7%) | 91 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 71 (0.9%) | 252 (8.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 73 (0.9%) | 140 (4.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 50 (0.6%) | 192 (6.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 325 (4.1%) | 443 (14.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 576 (7.2%) | 538 (17.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,391 (17.3%) | 368 (12.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 994 (12.4%) | 275 (9.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,559 (31.9%) | 344 (11.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,888 (23.5%) | 176 (5.8%) |
| Total | 8,019 (100.0%) | 3,052 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Liberty
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 47 (0.6%) | 59 (1.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 513 (6.4%) | 130 (4.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,522 (19.0%) | 450 (14.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,024 (12.8%) | 793 (26.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,568 (19.6%) | 918 (30.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,820 (22.7%) | 390 (12.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 839 (10.5%) | 104 (3.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 302 (3.8%) | 37 (1.2%) |
| $3,000 or more | 384 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,019 (100.0%) | 3,052 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Liberty
Housing Structures in Liberty
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,261 | 74.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 490 | 4.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 157 | 1.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 199 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 287 | 2.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,297 | 11.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 380 | 3.4% |
| Total | 11,071 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Liberty
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,449 (90.2%) | 812 (9.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 260 (53.1%) | 230 (46.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 8 (4.0%) | 191 (96.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 287 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1,297 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 302 (79.5%) | 78 (20.5%) |
| Total | 8,019 (72.4%) | 3,052 (27.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Liberty
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 48 (0.6%) | 209 (6.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 43 (0.5%) | 694 (22.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,163 (14.5%) | 1,382 (45.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,457 (43.1%) | 468 (15.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,308 (41.2%) | 299 (9.8%) |
| Total | 8,019 (100.0%) | 3,052 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Liberty
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 6,514 (81.2%) | 2,085 (68.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 99 (1.2%) | 38 (1.3%) |
| Electricity | 1,381 (17.2%) | 909 (29.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 25 (0.3%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| Total | 8,019 (100.0%) | 3,052 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Liberty
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 106 (1.3%) | 353 (11.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,745 (21.8%) | 1,618 (53.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,694 (46.1%) | 787 (25.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,474 (30.8%) | 294 (9.6%) |
| Total | 8,019 (100.0%) | 3,052 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Liberty
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Liberty
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,597 | 5,422 |
| Median Property Value | $236,500 | $257,000 |
| Median Household Income | $96,315 | $1,422 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $651 | $384 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,828 | $92 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Liberty
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 178 (6.9%) | 167 (3.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 200 (7.7%) | 55 (1.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,623 (62.5%) | 3,197 (59.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 516 (19.9%) | 1,774 (32.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 53 (2.0%) | 158 (2.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 27 (1.0%) | 61 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,597 (100.0%) | 5,422 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Liberty
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 34 (1.3%) | 66 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 194 (7.5%) | 58 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 208 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 365 (14.1%) | 117 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 299 (11.5%) | 211 (3.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 272 (10.5%) | 1,092 (20.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 759 (29.2%) | 722 (13.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 466 (17.9%) | 1,800 (33.2%) |
| Total | 2,597 (100.0%) | 5,422 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Liberty
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,009 (38.9%) | 114,130 (2,104.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 460 (17.7%) | 2,017 (37.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 412 (15.9%) | 1,873 (34.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 716 (27.6%) | 793 (14.6%) |
| Total | 2,597 (100.0%) | 5,422 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Liberty
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 229 (8.8%) | 16 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 68 (2.6%) | 134 (2.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,181 (84.0%) | 615 (11.3%) |
| Total | 2,597 (100.0%) | 5,422 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Liberty
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Liberty
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,190 (96.5%) | 80 (3.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,765 (96.8%) | 188 (3.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,019 (90.7%) | 206 (9.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,988 (88.1%) | 402 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,894 (92.2%) | 330 (7.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,260 (96.0%) | 135 (4.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,986 (97.4%) | 107 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,699 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,565 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 28,366 (95.1%) | 1,448 (4.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Liberty
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,190 (96.5%) | 80 (3.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,765 (96.8%) | 188 (3.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,019 (90.7%) | 206 (9.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Liberty
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,633 (95.7%) | 73 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,028 (89.4%) | 360 (10.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,014 (94.6%) | 228 (5.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,598 (96.2%) | 141 (3.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 15,500 (96.3%) | 597 (3.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Liberty
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 322 (14.2%) | 1,902 (83.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 796 (13.4%) | 5,124 (86.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 338 (15.2%) | 1,733 (77.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 442 (13.0%) | 2,601 (76.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 275 (6.5%) | 3,748 (88.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 216 (6.4%) | 3,138 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 498 (12.2%) | 3,676 (89.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,582 (95.7%) | 1,650 (61.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,527 (97.6%) | 1,134 (72.5%) |
| Total | 6,996 (23.5%) | 24,706 (82.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Liberty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 38 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 294 (9.0%) | 110 (4.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 321 (10.7%) | 347 (11.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 436 (7.8%) | 808 (13.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 438 (34.1%) | 346 (24.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 191 (30.0%) | 331 (35.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Liberty
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 54 (1.8%) | 39 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 166 (3.0%) | 71 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 279 (21.7%) | 56 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 93 (14.6%) | 136 (14.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 24 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (0.9%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 109 (1.9%) | 80 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 69 (5.4%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (7.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 275 (8.5%) | 76 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 236 (7.8%) | 246 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 183 (3.3%) | 362 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 100 (7.8%) | 70 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (8.6%) | 112 (12.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 170 (3.0%) | 499 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 236 (18.4%) | 282 (19.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (10.7%) | 184 (19.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 96 (2.9%) | 26 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (1.2%) | 149 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (1.6%) | 43 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (3.0%) | 65 (7.0%) |
Technology Access in Liberty
Computing Device Access in Liberty
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 9,421 | 85.1% |
| Smartphone | 10,171 | 91.9% |
| Tablet | 7,832 | 70.7% |
| No Computing Device | 350 | 3.2% |
| Total | 11,071 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Liberty
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 19 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 9,131 | 82.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 997 | 9.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 569 | 5.1% |
| No Internet | 711 | 6.4% |
| Total | 11,071 | 100.0% |
Liberty Summary
Liberty, Missouri is a city located in Clay County, Missouri, United States. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area and is located about 20 miles (32 km) northeast of downtown Kansas City. The population was 29,149 at the 2010 census. Liberty is the county seat of Clay County.
History
The area that is now Liberty was first settled in 1822 by European-American settlers. The town was originally known as “Chouteau’s Store”, named after the fur trader Auguste Chouteau. In 1829, the town was renamed “Liberty” after the American Revolutionary War hero, General Samuel Liberty.
In 1833, the town was officially incorporated as the City of Liberty. The city was a major stop on the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, which ran through the city from 1869 to 1988.
Geography
Liberty is located at 39°14′45″N 94°25′17″W (39.245833, -94.421389). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), of which 16.1 square miles (41.6 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
Economy
Liberty is home to several large employers, including Cerner Corporation, a health care information technology company, and Hallmark Cards, Inc., a greeting card company. Other major employers include Liberty Hospital, the Liberty School District, and the City of Liberty.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 29,149 people, 11,845 households, and 7,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,811.3 people per square mile (700.2/km2). There were 12,845 housing units at an average density of 796.3 per square mile (307.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.2% White, 6.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 11,845 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.00.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $50,902, and the median income for a family was $60,945. Males had a median income of $41,945 versus $30,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $24,845. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Liberty?
Total Population of Liberty is 30,299.
What is the Total Male Population of Liberty?
Total Male Population of Liberty is 15,154.
What is the Total Female Population of Liberty?
Total Female Population of Liberty is 15,145.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Liberty?
There are 100.06 Males per 100 Females in Liberty.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Liberty?
There are 99.94 Females per 100 Males in Liberty.
What is the Median Population Age in Liberty?
Median Population Age in Liberty is 37.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Liberty
Average Family Size in Liberty is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Liberty
Average Household Size in Liberty is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Liberty?
Per Capita income in Liberty is $38,445.
What is the Median Family Income in Liberty?
Median Family Income in Liberty is $112,676.
What is the Median Household income in Liberty?
Median Household Income in Liberty is $91,512.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Liberty?
Income or Wage Gap in Liberty is 29.0%.
Women in Liberty earn 71.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Liberty?
Inequality or Gini Index in Liberty is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Liberty?
There are 15,517 People in the Labor Forcein in Liberty.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Liberty?
66.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Liberty.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Liberty?
Unemployment Rate in Liberty is 3.7%.