Liberty

Clay County, Missouri

Population 258K |Median income $88,468 |3 hospitals

Population

258,122

Clay County

Median Income

$88,468

+30% vs avg

Median Home Value

$275,600

+21% vs avg

Median Age

37.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

258K+15%

Median Income

$88,468+45%

Median Home Value

$275,600+79%

Poverty Rate

8.5%-6%

Unemployment

3.8%-44%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,243/mo

Poverty Rate

8.5% -40% vs avg

Unemployment 3.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 36.5%

Work From Home 15.9%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 79.2%

African American 7%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%

Asian 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.4%

High Blood Pressure

34.9%

Short Sleep Duration

33.6%

Physical Inactivity

24.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.5%

Binge Drinking

15.7%

Current Smoking

14.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.6%

Diabetes

10.8%

Current Asthma

10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.8%

Annual Checkup 77.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

Coronary Heart Disease

5.8%

Stroke

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NORTH KANSAS CITY HOSPITAL

NORTH KANSAS CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

LIBERTY HOSPITAL

LIBERTY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Liberty Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago

Air Quality

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

EPA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Colorado Mountains; Gusts Up to 80 MPH Expected

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Liberty, MO? ▼

Liberty, MO has a population of 258,122 people, located in Clay County, Missouri.

What is the median household income in Liberty? ▼

The median household income in Liberty, MO is $88,468 per year. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

What is the median home value in Liberty? ▼

The median home value in Liberty, MO is $275,600. Median rent is $1,243/month.

What are the top health concerns in Liberty? ▼

The top health indicators in Liberty include Obesity (37.4%), High Blood Pressure (34.9%), Short Sleep Duration (33.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Liberty? ▼

Liberty has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Liberty? ▼

The median age in Liberty, MO is 37.9 years. 36.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Liberty, MO is located in Clay County, Missouri. With a population of 258K and a median household income of $88,468, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Liberty 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 (Clay 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.