Liberty Hill, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Liberty Hill, Texas
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Downtown Liberty Hill
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Location of Liberty Hill in Williamson County, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Williamson |
| Founded | 1840s |
| Incorporated | 1999 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.637 sq mi (12.010 km2) |
| • Land | 4.634 sq mi (12.001 km2) |
| • Water | 0.003 sq mi (0.089 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,017 ft (310 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,646 |
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10,428 |
| • Density | 2,250/sq mi (868.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC–6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC–5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
78642
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| Area code(s) | 512 and 737 |
| FIPS code | 48-42664 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410833 |
| Sales tax | 8.25% |
Liberty Hill is a city located in Williamson County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,646 people lived there. By 2023, the population was estimated to be around 10,428 people. Liberty Hill is part of the larger Greater Austin area.
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History of Liberty Hill
The first people to settle in the Liberty Hill area arrived in the 1840s. A post office opened nearby in 1853. Its first postmaster, W.O. Spencer, suggested the name Liberty Hill. Over time, the town moved eastward twice.
In 1871, a building made of hand-cut limestone was built by S.P. Stubblefield. He ran a general store there until 1881. This building is now known as the Stubblefield Visitors Center. It is the oldest building in Liberty Hill that is still in use today.
Geography and Climate
Liberty Hill is located about 29 miles (47 km) northwest of Austin. The city covers an area of about 4.6 square miles (12 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
Weather in Liberty Hill
The weather in Liberty Hill has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 1,607 | — | |
| 2000 | 1,409 | −12.3% | |
| 2010 | 967 | −31.4% | |
| 2020 | 3,646 | 277.0% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 10,428 | 978.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census Texas Almanac: 1850-2000 2020 Census |
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Liberty Hill in 2020
In 2020, there were 3,646 people living in Liberty Hill. There were 1,359 households and 962 families. The city had about 1,529 housing units.
The population density was about 787 people per square mile (304 people per square kilometer). About 34% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 13% were under 5 years old, and 3.1% were 65 or older.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 2,308 | 63.3% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 92 | 2.52% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 20 | 0.55% |
| Asian (NH) | 58 | 1.59% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 2 | 0.05% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 16 | 0.44% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 160 | 4.39% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 990 | 27.15% |
| Total | 3,646 | 100.00% |
Liberty Hill in 2010
In 2010, there were 967 people living in Liberty Hill. There were 337 households and 224 families. The average household had 2.55 people.
About 35% of the people were under 18 years old. About 12% were 65 or older. The average age in the city was 34.2 years.
Arts and Culture
In 1976, Liberty Hill hosted an event called the International Sculpture Symposium. During this event, artists created 27 large sculptures. These artworks are now part of the Liberty Hill International Sculpture Park. The sculptures are made from materials like granite, concrete, bronze, and limestone.
Education in Liberty Hill
The Liberty Hill Independent School District serves the city of Liberty Hill.
The Liberty Hill High School football team has won state championships in Texas. They won in 2006 against Celina High School and again in 2007 against Gilmer High School.
Media
Liberty Hill has its own newspaper called The Liberty Hill Independent.
Notable People from Liberty Hill
- Trey Hillman – A baseball coach who has worked for teams like the Houston Astros and was a manager for the Kansas City Royals.
- John Reynolds Hughes – A famous Texas Ranger. Some believe he was the inspiration for "The Lone Ranger" character.
- Dustin Rhodes – A professional wrestler.
See also
In Spanish: Liberty Hill (Texas) para niños
