Liberty, Texas facts for kids
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Liberty, Texas
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Location of Liberty, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Liberty |
| Area | |
| • Total | 45.77 sq mi (118.55 km2) |
| • Land | 44.52 sq mi (115.31 km2) |
| • Water | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,279 |
| • Density | 209.20/sq mi (80.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77575
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| Area code(s) | 936 |
| FIPS code | 48-42568 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410832 |
Liberty is a city in the state of Texas, located in Liberty County. It is the main city, or "county seat," of Liberty County. In 2020, about 8,279 people lived there.
Liberty is one of the oldest cities in Texas. It was founded in 1831 next to the Trinity River. The city even has a special copy of the famous Liberty Bell from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Geography and Climate
Where is Liberty, Texas?
Liberty is located in Texas. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 35.4 square miles (91.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
What is Liberty's Climate Like?
Liberty has a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are hot and humid. Winters are usually mild and cool. On climate maps, this type of weather is shown as "Cfa."
People of Liberty
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Liberty has changed over the years. Here's how it has grown:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 584 | — | |
| 1870 | 458 | −21.6% | |
| 1880 | 497 | 8.5% | |
| 1900 | 865 | — | |
| 1910 | 980 | 13.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,117 | 14.0% | |
| 1930 | 2,187 | 95.8% | |
| 1940 | 3,087 | 41.2% | |
| 1950 | 4,163 | 34.9% | |
| 1960 | 6,127 | 47.2% | |
| 1970 | 5,591 | −8.7% | |
| 1980 | 7,945 | 42.1% | |
| 1990 | 7,733 | −2.7% | |
| 2000 | 8,033 | 3.9% | |
| 2010 | 8,397 | 4.5% | |
| 2020 | 8,279 | −1.4% | |
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In 2020, there were 8,279 people living in Liberty. There were 3,308 households and 2,421 families.
Who Lives in Liberty?
The people of Liberty come from many different backgrounds. Here's a look at the main groups in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 4,541 | 54.85% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 1,020 | 12.32% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 9 | 0.11% |
| Asian (NH) | 91 | 1.1% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 1 | 0.01% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 41 | 0.5% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 267 | 3.23% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,309 | 27.89% |
| Total | 8,279 |
In 2010, about 70.3% of the people were white, 13.3% were Black or African American, and 23.2% were Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Liberty
Local Schools
The Liberty Independent School District serves the city of Liberty. Students attend:
- San Jacinto Elementary School
- Liberty Elementary School
- Liberty Middle School
- Liberty High School
The Superintendent of Schools is Dusty McGee. After high school, residents can attend Lee College.
Public Libraries
Liberty has a large public library called the Liberty Municipal Library. It holds 43,000 books and is part of the Geraldine D. Humphreys Cultural Center. This center was updated in 2010, making the library much bigger. It also includes the Humphreys-Burson Theatre, where the Valley Players theatrical group performs.
Another important library is the Sam Houston Regional Library and Research Center. It is located about 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Liberty. This library opened in 1977. It has old records, displays about the region's history, and items like Jean Lafitte's journals. It also holds the Texana collection from former Governor Price Daniel.
Getting Around Liberty
Liberty Municipal Airport
The Liberty Municipal Airport is about 6 miles (9.7 km) east of the city. It's a general aviation airport, meaning it's mostly for private planes. The airport has a runway that is 3,801 feet (1,159 meters) long. It also has fuel, a room for pilots, and new airplane hangars. They plan to make the runway longer soon.
Public Transportation
Liberty offers public transportation through the Brazos Transit District. The city shares a bus route with the nearby city of Dayton, Texas.
Fun Things to Do
The Liberty Opry
The Park Theater first opened in 1938 as a movie house. Later, in 1993, it was bought and reopened as The Liberty Opry. This venue hosts live musical shows, similar to those in Branson, Missouri. It can seat 400 people. While it used to have weekly shows, performances now happen about twice a month.
Cultural Center
The Geraldine D. Humphreys Cultural Center is a large building that is 23,000 square feet (2,137 square meters). It houses the Liberty Municipal Library and the Humphreys-Burson Theatre. The theater has 153 seats. The center was renovated in 2010, adding new seating and more space.
News and Media
Liberty has two local newspapers:
- The Liberty Vindicator – This paper has been serving Liberty and Liberty County since 1887.
- The Liberty Gazette – This is Liberty County's only locally owned newspaper, started in 1960.
Famous People from Liberty
Many notable people have connections to Liberty, Texas:
- Bill Daniel – He was a governor of Guam and a member of the Texas House of Representatives.
- Vara Martin Daniel – An educator and the First Lady of Guam.
- Marion Price Daniel, Sr. – He served as the 38th governor of Texas and was a U.S. Senator.
- Bill Dodd – A politician from Louisiana.
- Bobby Seale – One of the people who helped start the Black Panther Party.
See also
In Spanish: Liberty (Texas) para niños
