Total Assets
$158M
Total balance-sheet footings
2026 data FDIC sourced Public-data reference.
Liberty State Bank — FDIC Bank Health Profile
Powers Lake, North Dakota · Est. 1952. Free, sourced from the FDIC BankFind Suite — refreshed each quarter and cross-checked against the FDIC Call Report.
State chartered State member bank FDIC Cert #17096 Kansas City Region
D
Health grade
Weak
Score: 40/100
Basel III capital ratios — Liberty State Bank
Total Deposits
$142M
Customer-funded liabilities
Net Loans
$58M
Outstanding loan book
Net Income
$3M
Bottom-line earnings
Safety Metrics
Tier 1 capital ratio
Well-capitalized 10%
0.00% of risk-weighted assets — below the federal "well-capitalized" threshold of 10%.
Tier 1 Capital Ratio
Core capital ÷ risk-weighted assets. Well-capitalized: ≥10%
0.00%
Texas Ratio
Non-performing loans ÷ equity. Danger zone: >100%
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Equity Capital
Tangible book value as a capital buffer
$15M
Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA)
Net income ÷ assets. Healthy: ≥1%
1.72%
Return on Equity (ROE)
Net income ÷ equity. Industry avg: ~10%
21.17%
Efficiency Ratio
Operating costs ÷ revenue. Efficient: <60%
38.61%
Income & Expense Breakdown
$7M
Interest Income
$170K
Non-Interest Income
$2M
Non-Interest Expense
FDIC Deposit Insurance
Liberty State Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #17096). Your deposits are protected up to $250,000 per depositor, per account category regardless of this bank's health grade.
What the Numbers Say About Liberty State Bank
Liberty State Bank is an FDIC-insured institution (Certificate #17096) headquartered in Powers Lake, North Dakota, established in 1952. The bank currently holds $158M in total assets and $142M in customer deposits, with $58M deployed as loans. It operates as a State chartered (State member bank) within the FDIC Kansas City region. These figures come directly from the bank's quarterly FDIC Call Report and reflect the balance sheet as of the latest regulatory filing.
On safety metrics, Liberty State Bank reports a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 0.00% — below the 6% "adequately capitalized" minimum set by federal regulators and a Texas Ratio of —. Equity capital stands at $15M, serving as the tangible buffer against loan losses. On profitability, the bank posted a Return on Assets of 1.72% and a Return on Equity of 21.17%, with an Efficiency Ratio of 38.61% — below the 60% mark considered efficient for the industry. The combined picture yields a PlainBankData health grade of D (40/100), a composite score that blends all four dimensions.
Not financial advice. This page summarizes public FDIC Call Report data for informational purposes only. Health grades are our interpretation of regulatory filings and are not official FDIC ratings, endorsements, or predictions. Regardless of grade, every dollar on deposit at Liberty State Bank is protected by FDIC insurance up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category — even if the bank were to fail. For decisions about where to hold deposits, consult a qualified financial professional and verify the latest figures directly at the FDIC's BankFind Suite.
Top 5 banks in North Dakota by total assets
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite — Call Report (FFIEC 031/041) + CRA performance data Liberty State Bank (FDIC Cert #17096) — Tier 1 capital ratio, total assets, deposits, CRA rating · 2025 FDIC Call Reports filed quarterly; latest publicly-available vintage shown. Health grades are PlainBankData's interpretation of regulatory filings and are not official FDIC ratings.
Other Banks in North Dakota
All North Dakota banks →| Bank | Assets | Grade | ROA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Bank Fargo | $14.4B | D | 0.59% |
| First International Bank & Trust Watford City | $6.2B | C | 1.69% |
| Choice Financial Group Fargo | $6.0B | F | 1.22% |
| Alerus Financial, National Association Grand Forks | $5.2B | D | 0.42% |
| Gate City Bank Fargo | $4.0B | F | 0.60% |
| Bravera Bank Dickinson | $3.8B | C | 1.12% |
| Western State Bank Devils Lake | $2.6B | B | 1.79% |
| First Western Bank & Trust Minot | $2.3B | F | 0.84% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty State Bank's health grade? ▼
Liberty State Bank receives a health grade of D (40/100) based on four FDIC financial metrics: Tier 1 Capital Ratio (40%), Return on Assets (25%), Texas Ratio (20%), and Efficiency Ratio (15%). This bank shows notable financial weaknesses. Your deposits remain FDIC-insured up to $250,000.
How large is Liberty State Bank? ▼
Liberty State Bank holds $158M in total assets and $142M in deposits. It is headquartered in Powers Lake, North Dakota.
Is my money safe at Liberty State Bank? ▼
Yes. Liberty State Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #17096). Your deposits are protected up to $250,000 per depositor, per account category, regardless of the bank's health grade. If a bank fails, the FDIC typically makes insured deposits available within one business day.
What is Liberty State Bank's Tier 1 Capital Ratio? ▼
Liberty State Bank has a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 0.00%. The federal "well-capitalized" threshold is 10%. This bank is below the 6% minimum for "adequately capitalized" status.
How efficient is Liberty State Bank? ▼
Liberty State Bank has an Efficiency Ratio of 38.61%. Below 60% is considered efficient — the bank converts a strong share of revenue into profit. This metric compares non-interest expenses to total revenue.
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