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Plato, MO

Missouri

Plato is a small town in Missouri with a population of 195. Residents earn $57,750 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
195 Population 513/sq mi density
$57,750 Median Income $19,322 per capita
$146,700 Home Value $219,068 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,700 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,700
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

How Plato Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population195
Median Age17.6 yrs
Density513/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$19,322
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.0%
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,068
Housing Units50
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking21.5%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+24.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute50 min
Broadband51.0%

Is Plato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plato receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Plato stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plato is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plato is $146,700, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Plato experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Plato has a population of 195 with a density of 513 people per square mile. The median age is 17.6 years, 55% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%).

Population

195
Total Population
513
People / sq mi
17.6yrs
Median Age
55% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Plato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plato is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Plato vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,750
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,322

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.6 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Plato is $146,700, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,700
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

In Plato, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.5% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Plato vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits52.6%

Food & Exercise

Plato has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density513/sq mi
Coordinates37.5037°N, 92.2249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+24.5%
School Test Score5.51
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density513/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.6 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Fort Leonard Wood, MO 15,317 pop · 14.4 mi Houston, MO 2,407 pop · 19.2 mi Licking, MO 2,816 pop · 20.2 mi St. Robert, MO 5,327 pop · 22.0 mi Waynesville, MO 5,422 pop · 22.5 mi Mountain Grove, MO 4,494 pop · 25.9 mi Richland, MO 2,256 pop · 26.3 mi Lebanon, MO 15,157 pop · 27.0 mi Cabool, MO 2,460 pop · 27.1 mi Mansfield, MO 1,375 pop · 33.7 mi Dixon, MO 1,267 pop · 34.5 mi Willow Springs, MO 2,015 pop · 38.0 mi Seymour, MO 2,081 pop · 38.8 mi Salem, MO 4,673 pop · 39.0 mi
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