Liberal

Seward County, Kansas

Population 21K |Median income $63,827 |1 hospital

Population

21,486

Seward County

Median Income

$63,827

-6% vs avg

Median Home Value

$136,500

-40% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

21K-7%

Median Income

$63,827+27%

Median Home Value

$136,500+52%

Poverty Rate

12.2%-37%

Unemployment

4.9%-55%

Economics

Median Rent

$905/mo

Poverty Rate

12.2% -14% vs avg

Unemployment 4.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 11.4%

Work From Home 3.4%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 33.8%

African American 3.3%

Asian 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

42.7%

Short Sleep Duration

39.3%

Physical Inactivity

37.5%

High Blood Pressure

31.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

24.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.9%

Binge Drinking

15.3%

Current Smoking

15%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.4%

Diabetes

13.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.2%

Dental Visit 52.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

3.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

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Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SOUTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER

LIBERAL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Liberal Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Air Quality

Kansas City Air Quality Alert: PM10 Levels Reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago

Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries Across Swindon and West Berkshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Ashley County, AR and Morehouse Parish, LA

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Chicot, Washington, and Bolivar Counties Until 8:45 PM CDT

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi

NOAA · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Liberal, KS? ▼

Liberal, KS has a population of 21,486 people, located in Seward County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Liberal? ▼

The median household income in Liberal, KS is $63,827 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

What is the median home value in Liberal? ▼

The median home value in Liberal, KS is $136,500. Median rent is $905/month.

What are the top health concerns in Liberal? ▼

The top health indicators in Liberal include Obesity (42.7%), Short Sleep Duration (39.3%), Physical Inactivity (37.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Liberal? ▼

Liberal has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Liberal? ▼

The median age in Liberal, KS is 31 years. 11.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Liberal, KS is located in Seward County, Kansas. With a population of 21K and a median household income of $63,827, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Liberal area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Seward County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.