RANK #764 / 1001 NAT · #32 / 41 GA · POP 67,397
1YR FORECAST: +0.1%
5YR OUTLOOK: +15%
Liberty County, Georgia, distinguishes itself through its deep historical roots and natural beauty, particularly around the Midway National Historic District, home to the second oldest church in Georgia. Located on the Georgia coast, approximately 40 miles southwest of Savannah, the county offers a blend of historical sites and outdoor recreation. Residents and visitors can explore places like Fort Morris Historic Site, Cay Creek Wetlands Interpretive Center, and the Historic Baptismal Trail, which provide opportunities for walking, fishing, and nature study. The community maintains a connection to its past, with events like Old Timey Days. Commutes within the county average around 23.9 minutes, with Hinesville serving as the largest city and county seat.
Life in Liberty County is shaped by its diverse population, influenced significantly by Fort Stewart, the largest military installation east of the Mississippi River. This military presence contributes to the county's varied cultural landscape. The economy is evolving, with efforts to diversify beyond its historical reliance on timber and agriculture. Recent economic development plans focus on attracting new industries, including automotive and electric vehicle suppliers, aerospace, and Department of Defense contractors, alongside growth in cold storage and e-commerce. The public school system, based in Hinesville, serves over 10,000 students across various elementary, middle, and high schools.
Liberty County is one of 35 U.S. counties in this market profile — weaker than typical on the BoomTown Index. Within this cohort, its recent home-price change of -0.5% runs below the profile's typical +1.4%.
See all 35 Secondary Market Surge counties →Overvalued relative to economy
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks overvalued at 12.7x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
Bars show trailing 12-month growth. The dashed Forecast bars are the model's next-12-month projection; the whisker marks the ±1% range (cooling–accelerating).
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
Source: Homicide rates from CDC/NCHS vital-statistics mortality data — a multi-year average that stabilizes counts in smaller counties — compiled in the County Health Rankings 2025 release. Rates per 100,000 population; U.S. average ≈ 6.5. Grade reflects homicide rate relative to the national average. Learn more →
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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Metrobloks Data Center Campus
Metrobloks
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$1,400M | Proposed |
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Liberty Solar Project
Recurrent Energy (U.S. subsidiary of Canadian Solar)
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$200M | Under Construction |
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Crossroads Solar - GA
Undisclosed
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$150M | Planned |
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Tradeport East Distribution Centers (Westin Group, Creative Home Ideas, Town & Country Living, Liberty Furniture, Supply One, Hugo Boss Expansion)
Westin Group, Creative Home Ideas, Town & Country Living, Liberty Furniture, Supply One, Hugo Boss
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$50M | Completed/Under Construction |
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Seohan Auto Georgia Manufacturing Plant
Seohan Auto Georgia
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$50M | Completed |
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Water Reclamation Facility (Tradeport East Business Center)
Liberty County Development Authority
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$50M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 1001 counties.
At 23/100, Liberty County faces headwinds that place it in the lower third of the 1001 counties we track. Median income of $60,456 combined with job growth of +0.2% suggests the local economy is struggling to keep pace with national trends.
Housing in Liberty County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $201,500 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.30, with rents averaging $1,246/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Liberty County's population is growing — up +0.8% YoY — while the job market is roughly flat (employment change of +0.2%). Home values shifted -0.5% over the past year. In-migration is outpacing local hiring, which often points to remote workers or retirees driving the headcount.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 4.05% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Liberty County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.