Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How La Platte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population35
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$645M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation988 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
CommuteN/A
Broadband11.0%
Libraries4
Is La Platte a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Platte receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. La Platte stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
La Platte experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
La Platte has a population of 35 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
La Platte vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 24.4% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Spanish | 75.6% |
| 464% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
La Platte vs U.S. Average
The median household income in La Platte is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: La Platte vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,059 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,250 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 458 |
| County GDP | $645M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,433 |
| 55% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,433 |
| 55% above US avg |
Health Metrics: La Platte vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 65.6% |
| |
| Premature Death | 9,695/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: La Platte vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
La Platte has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.8 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0723°N, 95.9265°W |
| County FIPS | 19129 |