La Platte, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

La Platte is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 35.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35 Population 125/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/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

35
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.3%
Female 65.7%

Race & Ethnicity

La Platte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.4%
69% below US avg
Spanish75.6%
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.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$91,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$645M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Owner-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg

Health Metrics: La Platte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.6%
Premature Death9,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities27

Crime Rates: La Platte vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates41.0723°N, 95.9265°W
County FIPS19129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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