Geography
Liberty is in the northeastern corner of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Cultural Attractions
The Liberty Heritage Festival is held each year to celebrate the city's history.
Recreation
Nearby Kansas City is home to the NFL's Chiefs, baseball's Royals, and soccer's Wizards.
Historical
The Clay County Savings Bank was the site of the first successful daytime robbery, on Feb. 13, 1866.
Economy
The Hallmark Distribution Center is in Liberty.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 30,192
- Population under 55:
- 76.3%
- Population over 55:
- 23.7%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Kansas City
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 91°F July High, 20°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $53,386
- Median home price:
- $137,220
- Average property tax:
- $188
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 8.5%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 13
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 19
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 45/2
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 57/2
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 85
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