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Liberty (Allegheny County), Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.6x is exceptionally low

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

Liberty (Allegheny County) Quick Facts

Population 2,320
Median Household Income $73,786
Median Home Value $115,600
Poverty Rate 13.3%
Unemployment Rate 8.8%
Median Age 47.6 years
Homeownership Rate 80.0%
Affordability Ratio 1.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.7%
High School Graduation Rate 94.1%
Diversity Index 17/100
Population 2,320 599th of 1,991
Median Income $73,786 average
Poverty Rate 13.3% 7% higher than national
Median Home Value $115,600 bottom 30%

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.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,3022,320+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

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.1%
$25K-$50K 17.9%
$50K-$100K 38.4%
$100K+ 32.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.8%
$10K-$15K
3.7%
$15K-$20K
2.8%
$20K-$25K
2.8%
$25K-$30K
2.8%
$30K-$35K
2.4%
$35K-$40K
5.8%
$40K-$45K
3.3%
$45K-$50K
3.7%
$50K-$60K
10.9%
$60K-$75K
11.6%
$75K-$100K
15.8%
$100K-$125K
21.9%
$125K-$150K
5.9%
$150K-$200K
1.9%
$200K+
2.8%

Employment

8.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
65.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.0%
Renter 20.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $813/mo 13.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

17out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Liberty (Allegheny County) Rankings in Pennsylvania

#599 Population of 1,991
#772 Median Income of 1,854
#875 Education of 1,987
#1453 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Allegheny County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Messiah College2,329N/AN/A70.3%0.0%
New Wilmington2,395$73,696$209,80048.9%8.5%
Oakwood2,253$71,583$118,40021.2%4.8%
Pennville2,405$76,053$209,10018.3%4.1%
Spring Grove2,433$76,620$204,00023.5%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.