Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.2% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 407 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,213 (20%) |
| Some College | 7,225 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 10,702 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 6,053 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32,409 (45.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,510 ▲ 26% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $316,850 ▲ 14% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,245/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 45,470 |
| Vacant Units | 2,739 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Platte County is located in Missouri and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 107,185 residents. With a median age of 38.87, it is a middle-aged county.
Platte County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $96,509 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.9% is well below the national average.
Housing in Platte County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $316,850 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,245. Homeownership rates are high at 67.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Platte County are primarily White (77.24%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 54.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Platte County, MO is a middle-income area in Missouri. The 17 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64018 | Camden Point | 1,104 | $110,403 | $271,000 | $1,173 | 4.8% | 52.7% |
| 64439 | Dearborn | 1,535 | $92,917 | $201,900 | $755 | 0.3% | 38.8% |
| 64444 | Edgerton | 1,300 | $77,583 | $217,900 | $596 | 1.8% | 26.1% |
| 64028 | Farley | 262 | $103,750 | $183,300 | $913 | 0.0% | 38.1% |
| 64151 | Kansas City | 28,706 | $91,348 | $292,500 | $1,333 | 4.1% | 52.4% |
| 64152 | Kansas City | 31,300 | $110,421 | $333,700 | $1,236 | 2.8% | 58.9% |
| 64153 | Kansas City | 6,921 | $89,916 | $330,800 | $1,141 | 3.8% | 58.3% |
| 64154 | Kansas City | 13,114 | $92,686 | $351,000 | $1,384 | 4.7% | 57.5% |
| 64163 | Kansas City | 1,062 | $51,767 | $206,500 | $831 | 4.0% | 31.0% |
| 64164 | Kansas City | 195 | $154,554 | — | — | 0.0% | 69.5% |
| 64079 | Platte City | 14,092 | $100,448 | $325,800 | $1,349 | 2.8% | 52.8% |
| 64150 | Riverside | 4,294 | $51,500 | $323,300 | $916 | 5.9% | 44.9% |
| 64098 | Weston | 3,300 | $95,114 | $311,200 | $893 | 1.5% | 47.8% |