Liberty, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 1/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
30,446 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,425 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$267,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$680 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$967 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clay County
8
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clay County
7
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 2 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 21, MO State House District 38, MO
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Schools

Franklin Elem
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Manor Hill Elem
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Ridgeview Elem
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Heritage Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

William Jewell College
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Summit Salon Academy Kansas City
11 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

New Liberty Hospital District
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
North Kansas City Hospital
10 miles, W • 4.1 star
Saint Lukes North Hospital
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
16 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
121 miles, W • 1 star
Columbia Regional Airport
122 miles, SE • 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
144 miles, SW • 1 star
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