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Platte Center, NE
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Platte Center, NE
At a Glance
How Platte Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Platte Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Platte Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Platte Center residents earn a median household income of $74,833 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,365. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,157 business establishments, including 79 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Platte Center is $118,900 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $231,843. Median rent is $967/month, with 17.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Platte Center reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,702/100K.
Education
6.7% of adults in Platte Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Platte Center has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.