Liberty, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Liberty, Kansas
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Location within Montgomery County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Montgomery |
| Founded | 1869 |
| Platted | 1869 |
| Incorporated | 1884 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 99 |
| • Density | 396/sq mi (152.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67351
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-40250 |
| GNIS ID | 2395701 |
Liberty is a small city located in Montgomery County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 99 people lived there.
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History of Liberty
Liberty was founded in 1869. It was first built about six miles southeast of a city called Independence, Kansas. The city got its name from the important idea of liberty, which means freedom.
In 1870, a railroad was built through the county. Because of this, Liberty moved to its current location. The first post office in Liberty opened in May 1870, helping people send and receive mail.
Geography and Climate
Where is Liberty Located?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Liberty covers a total area of about 0.26 square miles (0.65 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
What is Liberty's Climate Like?
The weather in Liberty has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it called "Cfa."
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 93 | — | |
| 1890 | 344 | 269.9% | |
| 1900 | 314 | −8.7% | |
| 1910 | 385 | 22.6% | |
| 1920 | 247 | −35.8% | |
| 1930 | 246 | −0.4% | |
| 1940 | 254 | 3.3% | |
| 1950 | 185 | −27.2% | |
| 1960 | 233 | 25.9% | |
| 1970 | 185 | −20.6% | |
| 1980 | 174 | −5.9% | |
| 1990 | 140 | −19.5% | |
| 2000 | 95 | −32.1% | |
| 2010 | 123 | 29.5% | |
| 2020 | 99 | −19.5% | |
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How Many People Live in Liberty?
The 2020 United States census counted 99 people living in Liberty. There were 46 households and 30 families. The population density was about 394 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Liberty were white. About 19% of the population identified as being from two or more races. A small number of people were Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Households
In 2020, about 28% of the people in Liberty were under 18 years old. About 17% were 65 years or older. The average age of people in Liberty was 38.1 years.
Many households were married couples living together. Some households had a female head with no spouse. Other households had people living alone, including those who were 65 or older.
Education
The public schools in Liberty are part of the Coffeyville USD 445 school district. This district serves the community's students.
Liberty in Film
The movie The French Dispatch (2021), directed by Wes Anderson, mentions Liberty. Some scenes in the film are set in the town. However, the movie was not actually filmed in Liberty. The character Arthur Howitzer Jr., played by Bill Murray, is said to be from Liberty.
See also
In Spanish: Liberty (Kansas) para niños
