West Liberty

Meet your neighbors in our West Liberty community!

History

We’ve proudly served the community of West Liberty since 1908

West Liberty, Iowa, is a city in Muscatine County with a population of 3,858 as of the 2020 census. Notably, it was the first town in Iowa to achieve a Hispanic-majority population, with 58.3% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The city is located five miles south of Interstate 80 on Historic Highway 6.

Established in 1868 at the junction of two major railroads, West Liberty’s history is deeply connected to the development of the railway system. The city’s economy is bolstered by significant employers such as the West Liberty Community School District and West Liberty Foods, a farmer-owned company recognized as one of the top 50 protein processors in North America.

Culturally, West Liberty hosts the annual Muscatine County Fair every July at the Muscatine County Fairgrounds, featuring a variety of events and entertainment. The city also boasts a historic downtown area, with the West Liberty Commercial Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Education is a priority in West Liberty, with the local school district serving the city and surrounding areas, including Atalissa and Nichols. The district offers a Dual Language Program, reflecting the community’s commitment to bilingual education.

Out in the community

Meet some of the People You’ll Know

True stories from our communities

At Liberty Communications, we love hearing how people use our services, which is why we created a video series highlighting true stories of community members who live in the areas we serve.

You can see some of the videos below, and the full collection in our community hub.

Browns Shoe Fit Co Switches to Liberty — Your New Internet Provider in Centerville

A big thank you to Browns Shoe Fit Co and Jackson Meyer for choosing Liberty Communications as their new reliable business internet provider in Centerville. We know that local businesses have options when it comes to internet and phone service, and we’re honored you chose Liberty! Browns Shoe Fit Co has proudly served the Centerville […]

Liberty Communications Unveils Sleek Website

West Liberty, Iowa, May 15 2025—Liberty Communications, a family-owned telecommunications provider, announced the launch of a redesigned website promising a sleek new look and a streamlined user experience. “We’ve been connecting rural Iowans since 1908, but the ways we connect continue to evolve, and we’re evolving with it” said Sandee Buysse, Marketing Manager at Liberty […]

The People You Know Season 5

Click the link below to view the full playlist for Season 5 of Liberty’s The People You Know series on Youtube. The People You Know Season 5

The People You Know Season 4

Click the link below to view the full playlist for Season 4 of Liberty’s The People You Know series on Youtube. The People You Know Season 4

The People You Know Season 3

Click the link below to view the full playlist for Season 3 of Liberty’s The People You Know series on Youtube. The People You Know Season 3

The People You Know Season 2

Click the link below to view the full playlist for Season 2 of Liberty’s The People You Know series on Youtube. The People You Know Season 2

The People You Know Season 1

Click the link below to view the full playlist for Season 1 of Liberty’s The People You Know series on Youtube. The People You Know Season 1

Liberty Continues To Expand

Liberty Communications Corp. may be one of Eastern Iowa’s fastest growing broadband companies, but it hasn’t lost sight of its roots. Liberty has been serving the area for 116 years and continues to commit to ensuring Iowa is a wonderful place to work and live for generations to come. The company has announced two new […]

Liberty Communications’ Story

Liberty Communications is made up of people you know. We’re not just a broadband technology provider, we’re also your neighbors and friends. In this video, you’ll hear a bit of our own story and what it means to us as individuals to serve the communities of West Branch and West Liberty.