Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Liberty

Affordability in Liberty, MO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Liberty is $1,160 per month and the median household income is $88,542 per year. About 27% of Liberty residents rent their homes, reflecting a predominantly owner-occupied market where affordable rental options can be harder to find.

Liberty has 4 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties totaling 194 units, which represent an important resource for renters who qualify for income-based housing assistance.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Liberty Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 158 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Of the 4 HUD-assisted properties in Liberty, none are located in a FEMA-designated high flood-risk zone.

Getting Around Liberty

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Liberty rates 51 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking and 37 for biking. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 16 public schools serve Liberty across 1 district, including 8 elementary, 4 middle, and 4 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Liberty, MO

The median household income in Liberty is $88,542 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent is $1,160 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data, which gives important context for what income-restricted housing can mean in savings for eligible renters here.

About 27% of Liberty households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates, making affordable rental options a relatively limited but important resource in this primarily owner-occupied city.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 4 assisted properties in Liberty have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, suggesting low flood exposure across the city's affordable housing inventory.