Liberty, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Liberty, Tennessee had a total population of 406, the 403rd largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $45,781, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Liberty Quick Facts
How Liberty Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 374 | 406 | No clear change (+8.6%) |
| Median household income | $59,382 | $45,781 | No clear change (-22.9%) |
| Median home value¹ | $167,007 | $186,500 | No clear change (+11.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $847 | $534 | No clear change (-36.9%) |
How Liberty Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 91.9%
- Black: 0.5%
- Hispanic: 1.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 9.1%
- HS Diploma: 43.6%
- Some College: 22.0%
- Associate's: 9.5%
- Bachelor's: 12.9%
- Graduate+: 3.0%
Liberty Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in DeKalb County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithville | 5,288 | $33,192 | 33.4% | $194,200 |
| Alexandria | 1,136 | $50,116 | 23.6% | $220,100 |
| Dowelltown | 434 | $35,313 | 33.4% | $155,700 |
Cities Similar to Liberty
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethridge | 419 | $45,313 | $178,300 | 18.6% | 4.8% |
| Pocahontas | 391 | N/A | $116,700 | 16.1% | 3.1% |
| Cottontown | 374 | N/A | $441,700 | 34.6% | 3.7% |
| Mayland | 365 | N/A | $103,900 | 0.0% | 11.8% |
| Parrottsville | 374 | $48,452 | $134,400 | 16.9% | 28.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 406, Liberty's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Liberty is a small community located in Tennessee, within DeKalb County. The total population is 406. It ranks as the 403rd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Liberty is 34.0 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Liberty is $45,781. This is 34% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 46% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $186,500. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Liberty has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
15.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 31.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Liberty, Tennessee 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 Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee. 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, Tennessee?
Liberty, Tennessee has a population of 406 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Liberty, TN?
The median household income in Liberty is $45,781, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Liberty, TN?
The poverty rate in Liberty is 14.9%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Liberty, Tennessee?
Liberty's population is 91.9% White, 0.5% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Liberty, TN?
The median home value in Liberty is $186,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Liberty, Tennessee?
15.9% of adults (25+) in Liberty hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.