Plattsburg, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Plattsburg, Missouri had a total population of 2,253, the 255th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $63,423, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Plattsburg Quick Facts
How Plattsburg 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 | 2,437 | 2,253 | -7.6% |
| Median household income | $64,856 | $63,423 | -2.2% |
| Median home value | $182,500 | $194,200 | +6.4% |
How Plattsburg 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+)
Plattsburg Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Clinton County
Cities Similar to Plattsburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marceline | 2,292 | $63,355 | $96,700 | 19.0% | 19.4% |
| Hermann | 2,290 | $61,979 | $191,300 | 30.0% | 13.5% |
| Sparta | 2,331 | $63,182 | $181,500 | 12.1% | 11.9% |
| Concordia | 2,332 | $59,068 | $166,500 | 28.1% | 15.5% |
| Duquesne | 2,257 | $54,135 | $184,200 | 26.9% | 14.2% |
Population Overview
Plattsburg is a small community located in Missouri, within Clinton County. The total population is 2,253. It ranks as the 255th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Plattsburg is 52.3 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 13.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Plattsburg is $63,423. This is 10% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 39% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $194,200. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 67.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Plattsburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 91.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Plattsburg, 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 Plattsburg, Missouri?
Plattsburg, Missouri has a population of 2,253 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Plattsburg, MO?
The median household income in Plattsburg is $63,423, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Plattsburg, MO?
The poverty rate in Plattsburg is 17.5%. This means approximately 384 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Plattsburg, Missouri?
Plattsburg's population is 86.2% White, 6.8% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Plattsburg, MO?
The median home value in Plattsburg is $194,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Plattsburg, Missouri?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Plattsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.