Platte, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Charles Mix County County
Platte, SD
At a Glance
How Platte Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Platte's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Platte a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Platte residents earn a median household income of $71,641 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,684. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 377 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Platte is $165,700 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $356,847. Median rent is $860/month, with 23.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Platte reports 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 392/100K.
Education
29.7% of adults in Platte hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Platte has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches.