US ZIP Code
64079

Platte City, MO

Platte County  ·  Missouri

● Active
👥 14,092 Population ↓ 4% since 2019
💰 $100,448 Median HH Income
▲ 32% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019
🎂 39.3 Median Age ↑ 7% since 2019
🏠 $325,800 Median Home Value
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019
🎓 52.8% College Grads
▲ 36% above avg
📊 2.8% Unemployment
▼ 42% below avg ↓ 43% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code64079
CityPlatte City
StateMissouri (MO)
CountyPlatte County
Area Code816/975
Elevation774 ft
Latitude39.3638
Longitude-94.793302
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS29165
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 46.1% (6,501) Female 53.9% (7,591) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 86%Hispanic: 4.6%Black: 3.7%Asian: 1.1%Other: 3.4%Race
White86.0%
Hispanic4.6%
Black3.7%
Asian1.1%
Other3.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
22%
18–24
7%
25–44
25%
45–64
27%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.3 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.66
Below Poverty5.7% ▼ 43% below avg
College Grads52.8% ▲ 36% above avg
Unemployment2.8% ▼ 42% below avg
HS Graduate1,967 (22.1%)
Some College1,145 (12.9%)
Associates1,082 (12.2%)
Bachelors681 (7.7%)
Graduate Degree4,014 (45.2%)

Education

HS Grad: 22.1%Some College: 12.9%Associates: 12.2%Bachelors: 7.7%Graduate: 45.2%Edu
HS Grad22.1%
Some College12.9%
Associates12.2%
Bachelors7.7%
Graduate45.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 69.4%Renter: 30.6%Tenure
Owner69.4%
Renter30.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
9%
$150k–200k
12%
$200k–300k
20%
$300k–500k
39%
Over $500k
17%

Financials

Median HH Income$100,448 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019
Median Home Value$325,800 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,349/mo ↑ 32% since 2019
Total Units5,515
Vacant Units310
Avg HH Size2.66

Income Distribution

Under $25k
12%
$25k–50k
10%
$50k–75k
14%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
12%
Over $200k
17%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
80%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
19%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
27%
15–30 min
33%
30–45 min
28%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
6%
1960s–1970s
9%
1980s–1990s
22%
2000+
62%

Summary

Total Units5,515
Vacant310
Owner Occupied69.4%
Renter Occupied30.6%
Avg HH Size2.66
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 64079 is in Platte City, MO, in Platte County.
ZIP code 64079 is located in Missouri (MO).
ZIP code 64079 is in Platte County, MO.
ZIP 64079 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 64079 is 14,092 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 64079 is $100,448 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 64079 is $325,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 64079

ZIP code 64079 is located in Platte City, Missouri, within Platte County. With a population of 14,092, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 64079 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,448 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 64079 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $325,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,349 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.

The population of 64079 is primarily White (86.01%). Residents are well-educated — 52.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 64079 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.

Overall, ZIP code 64079 in Platte City, MO is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,092 residents, a median household income of $100,448, and a median home value of $325,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Missouri.