Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,320, the 599th largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $73,786, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.8% is notably above the national average.
Liberty (Allegheny County) Quick Facts
How Liberty (Allegheny County) Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,302 | 2,320 | +0.8% |
| Median household income | $76,607 | $73,786 | -3.7% |
| Median home value | $106,800 | $115,600 | +8.2% |
How Liberty (Allegheny County) Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Liberty (Allegheny County) Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Allegheny County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 304,759 | $65,742 | 20.1% | $205,800 |
| Bethel Park | 32,881 | $107,090 | 4.0% | $273,400 |
| Monroeville | 28,295 | $79,218 | 10.7% | $209,800 |
| Plum | 26,723 | $98,705 | 3.6% | $227,600 |
| Allison Park | 22,045 | $113,822 | 3.6% | $346,900 |
| Baldwin | 21,057 | $80,983 | 9.5% | $208,400 |
| West Mifflin | 19,190 | $76,563 | 11.2% | $151,600 |
| McKeesport | 17,380 | $34,219 | 32.0% | $72,700 |
| Franklin Park | 15,235 | $176,875 | 0.7% | $485,600 |
| Whitehall | 14,811 | $89,404 | 6.7% | $236,200 |
Cities Similar to Liberty (Allegheny County)
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messiah College | 2,329 | N/A | N/A | 70.3% | 0.0% |
| New Wilmington | 2,395 | $73,696 | $209,800 | 48.9% | 8.5% |
| Oakwood | 2,253 | $71,583 | $118,400 | 21.2% | 4.8% |
| Pennville | 2,405 | $76,053 | $209,100 | 18.3% | 4.1% |
| Spring Grove | 2,433 | $76,620 | $204,000 | 23.5% | 9.6% |
Population Overview
Liberty (Allegheny County) is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Allegheny County. The total population is 2,320. It ranks as the 599th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Liberty (Allegheny County) is 47.6 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Liberty (Allegheny County) is $73,786. This is 5% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 8.8%. This is 68% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $115,600. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Liberty (Allegheny County) is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Liberty (Allegheny County) has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
23.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania?
Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania has a population of 2,320 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Liberty (Allegheny County), PA?
The median household income in Liberty (Allegheny County) is $73,786, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Liberty (Allegheny County), PA?
The poverty rate in Liberty (Allegheny County) is 13.3%. This means approximately 305 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania?
Liberty (Allegheny County)'s population is 90.8% White, 0.8% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Liberty (Allegheny County), PA?
The median home value in Liberty (Allegheny County) is $115,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania?
23.7% of adults (25+) in Liberty (Allegheny County) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.