Platte City, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Platte City, MO
At a Glance
How Platte City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Platte City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Platte City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Platte City residents earn a median household income of $65,132 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,062. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Platte City is $195,000 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $404,423. Median rent is $1,173/month, with 32.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Education
23.2% of adults in Platte City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Platte City has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches.