Liberty Population 2026
Liberty has a population of 30,450, making it the #1532 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 289× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,450
Rank in United States
#1532
Coordinates
39.25°N, 94.42°W
~268 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,499 km
931 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 475,378 | #40 |
| St. Louis | 279,695 | #75 |
| Springfield | 170,188 | #157 |
| Columbia | 129,330 | #223 |
| Independence | 117,255 | #249 |
| Lee's Summit | 95,094 | #349 |
| O'Fallon | 85,040 | #420 |
| Saint Joseph | 76,780 | #481 |
Cities near Liberty
- Gladstone26,861 people · ~13 km away
- Independence117,255 people · ~17 km away
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~21 km away
- Kansas City152,933 people · ~23 km away
- Raytown29,401 people · ~27 km away
- Blue Springs54,148 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Liberty?
Liberty has a population of 30,450 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1532 biggest city in United States.
What state is Liberty in?
Liberty is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Liberty the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,499 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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