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Liberal, KS
Liberal · KS 67901
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$160K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
AQuietness
90/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score68/100
Our Take
Liberal, KS offers an affordable, family-friendly environment with decent schools and a low flood risk. While highly car-dependent and geographically isolated, it provides a quiet, community-focused lifestyle for those seeking value.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable housing market and low cost of living
- ✓Solid school ratings across the board (average 7/10)
- ✓Low flood risk, offering peace of mind
- ✓Strong sense of community in a smaller city setting
- ✓Relatively young median age suggests a vibrant, growing population
Real Talk
- !Extremely car-dependent with virtually no walkability or public transit options
- !Limited options for dining, shopping, and nightlife compared to larger areas
- !Lower overall educational attainment might mean fewer diverse professional opportunities
- !Geographically isolated, requiring longer travel for specialized services or entertainment
- !Specific crime data is not available, so safety levels are based on general inference for similar towns
- $Higher transportation costs due to car dependency and potential longer drives for amenities
- $Limited local job market diversity might necessitate specialized skills or remote work
- $Fewer options for specialized healthcare or higher education locally
Best For
Families seeking affordable homes and good schoolsBudget-conscious buyersIndividuals desiring a quiet, small-city lifestyleThose employed in local industries like agriculture or manufacturingPeople who prefer a strong community feel over urban amenities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Liberal, KS
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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