Platte City, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Platte City, Missouri had a total population of 4,824, the 151st largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $71,498, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Platte City Quick Facts
How Platte City Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,793 | 4,824 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $65,132 | $71,498 | +9.8% |
| Median home value | $195,000 | $210,800 | +8.1% |
How Platte City Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Platte City Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Platte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkville | 8,366 | $171,271 | 2.0% | $573,500 |
| Riverside | 4,276 | $52,006 | 17.3% | $411,300 |
| Weatherby Lake | 2,401 | $152,500 | 3.4% | $533,000 |
| Weston | 1,922 | $88,750 | 5.7% | $259,000 |
| Lake Waukomis | 1,170 | $128,702 | 1.0% | $432,300 |
| Ferrelview | 752 | $45,938 | 18.8% | $43,000 |
| Dearborn | 557 | $49,750 | 12.0% | $185,600 |
| Platte Woods | 532 | $131,458 | 0.8% | $334,400 |
| Edgerton | 518 | $78,393 | 13.1% | $212,100 |
| Camden Point | 401 | $76,250 | 4.5% | $246,300 |
Cities Similar to Platte City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dellwood | 4,847 | $72,540 | $83,700 | 22.0% | 21.7% |
| Rogersville | 4,908 | $70,485 | $217,900 | 31.0% | 10.9% |
| Crystal City | 4,718 | $72,598 | $185,800 | 14.5% | 11.4% |
| Centralia | 4,690 | $66,438 | $174,300 | 33.5% | 11.9% |
| Higginsville | 4,781 | $81,033 | $166,100 | 29.9% | 6.8% |
Population Overview
Platte City is a small community located in Missouri, within Platte County. The total population is 4,824. It ranks as the 151st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Platte City is 41.5 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Platte City is $71,498. This is 1% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $210,800. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Platte City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 47.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Platte City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.
Education
24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Platte City, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Platte City, Missouri?
Platte City, Missouri has a population of 4,824 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Platte City, MO?
The median household income in Platte City is $71,498, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Platte City, MO?
The poverty rate in Platte City is 10.3%. This means approximately 469 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Platte City, Missouri?
Platte City's population is 85.8% White, 2.9% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Platte City, MO?
The median home value in Platte City is $210,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Platte City, Missouri?
24.1% of adults (25+) in Platte City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.