Pest control · Liberty Hill, Texas
Pest control in Liberty Hill, TX
Termites, ants, roaches, scorpions or rodents? 65% of Liberty Hill's homes are detached houses[1], and 82% were built since 2010. Request a licensed pest-control company that services the area. Liberty Hill, in Williamson County — ZIP 78642, counts 13,317 residents (2025 estimate)[2].
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Liberty Hill pest control snapshot: the key figures
- Population (2025 est.)
- 13,317[2]+276.6% since 2020
- County
- Williamson[2]
- Land area
- 4.6 sq mi[3]
- Detached single-family homes
- 65%[1]the 5th-lowest share of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover
- Homes built 2010 or later
- 82%[1]the highest share of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover
- Households renting
- 39%[1]2020–2024
- Population change, 2020–2025
- +276.6%[2]the fastest-growing of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover
- Land area
- 4.6 sq mi[3]city limits
What Liberty Hill's numbers say about pest control
Liberty Hill is one of the fastest-growing Austin-metro suburbs tracked here: 13,317 people (2025 estimate), up 276.6% since 2020[2]. The city spans 4.6 square miles at 2,874 residents per square mile (the 4th densest) and sits entirely in Williamson County, served by ZIP code 78642[3].
Building amid 276.6% growth since 2020 pushes construction into previously open land, which stirs up the pests already living there — and denser housing gives them more neighboring homes to visit.
One ZIP code covers the whole city: 78642[4].
The tracked suburbs closest by are Leander (6.7 mi SE), Cedar Park (11.8 mi SE) and Georgetown (12.3 mi E)[3].
65% of Liberty Hill's 2,719 housing units are detached houses[1] — the 5th-lowest share of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover; nearby, Leander (82%), Cedar Park (73%), and Georgetown (73%). With more attached housing, pests move between units — whole-building treatment matters more.
82% of homes were built in 2010 or later[1] (the highest share of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover; Leander (63%), Cedar Park (31%), and Georgetown (45%) nearby), and population changed +276.6% from 2020 to 2025[2]. Many owners here can still check for a builder termite pre-treatment and warranty.
About 2,874 people live per square mile of land across 4.6 square miles[2][3] — the 4th-densest of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover. Close neighbours share fences, walls and pest pressure.
39% of households rent and 61% own[1]. Renters: check the lease for who handles pest control.
Among the 15 suburbs tracked here, Liberty Hill stands out for the fastest growth since 2020 (276.6%)[2] and the newest housing (by median year built) (2017)[1].
Finding pest control help around Liberty Hill
Pest control contractors taking requests around Liberty Hill cover ZIP code 78642.
Before you call: choosing a pest-control plan
Liberty Hill by the numbers
| Measure | Liberty Hill | Median of 15 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Growth since 2020 | 276.6% | 18.2% | 258 pts faster |
| Residents per sq mi | 2,874 | 2,156 | 33% denser |
| Renter-occupied | 39% | 31% | 9 pts higher |
| Detached single-family | 65% | 74% | 9 pts lower |
| Median year built | 2017 | 2010 | 7 years newer |
| Flood reports (10 mi) | 17 | 17 | same as median |
Largest differences first. Medians are the middle value across the covered Austin-area suburbs, from the same sources.
| City | People / sq mi | Growth since 2020 | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Hill | 2,874 | 276.6% | 13,317 |
| Leander 6.7 mi | 2,349 | 53.8% | 91,132 |
| Cedar Park 11.8 mi | 3,090 | 1.8% | 79,032 |
| Georgetown 12.3 mi | 1,814 | 58.5% | 106,907 |
| Lago Vista 15.4 mi | 727 | 18.2% | 10,498 |
| Round Rock 17.2 mi | 3,659 | 18.2% | 141,282 |
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing units | 2,719 |
| Detached single-family | 1,758 (65%) |
| Occupied homes | 2,611 |
| Owner-occupied | 1,586 (61%) |
| Renter-occupied | 1,025 (39%) |
| Median home value | $403,200 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates.
| Built | Units | Share | Margin of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 915 | 33.7% | ±368 |
| 2010 to 2019 | 1,302 | 47.9% | ±291 |
| 2000 to 2009 | 107 | 3.9% | ±86 |
| 1990 to 1999 | 131 | 4.8% | ±146 |
| 1980 to 1989 | 89 | 3.3% | ±108 |
| 1970 to 1979 | 28 | 1.0% | ±32 |
| 1960 to 1969 | 22 | 0.8% | ±27 |
| 1950 to 1959 | 0 | 0.0% | ±21 |
| 1940 to 1949 | 4 | 0.1% | ±7 |
| 1939 or earlier | 121 | 4.5% | ±67 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates; margins of error are the Census Bureau's 90% intervals.
| ZIP (ZCTA) | Share of Liberty Hill's land | Share of the ZIP inside the city |
|---|---|---|
| 78642 | 92% | 4% |
Liberty Hill pest control questions
My Liberty Hill home is new — do I need termite protection?
Check your closing documents for a builder termite pre-treatment and warranty first. 82% of Liberty Hill homes were built in 2010 or later[1].
I rent in Liberty Hill. Who pays for pest control?
Your lease decides. 39% of Liberty Hill households rent[1].
Which areas does this page cover?
ZIP 78642[4], Williamson County. Nearest suburbs with their own pages: Leander (6.7 mi), Cedar Park (11.8 mi), and Georgetown (12.3 mi)[3].
My Liberty Hill home is fairly new — could the termite pre-treatment still be under warranty?
Possibly: 82% of Liberty Hill's housing units were built in 2010 or later[1], the highest share of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover. Check your closing paperwork for warranties before paying for a repair.
I rent in Liberty Hill. Who arranges the repair?
39% of occupied Liberty Hill homes are rented[1], the 5th-highest share of the 15 Austin-area suburbs we cover. Tell your landlord or property manager in writing first; your lease says who arranges repairs.
Sources
- Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (keyless bulk)
- Census population estimates, Vintage 2025
- Census Gazetteer 2025
- Census 2020 ZCTA–place file
- NOAA Storm Events Database
Data pulled Sep 28, 2026. Full citations and method.