Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
17%
Platte City
Platte City, MO Area Guide
Avg Rent
$933
Population
5,215
Renter Mix
49% Rent
Relish small-town living near all kinds of amenities
Suburban
•
Rural
•
Accessible
•
Affordable
•
Close-Knit
•
Welcoming
•
Convenient
•
Tranquil
•
Quiet
•
Strewn along the Little Platte River, Platte City is the county seat of Platte County. Numerous open spaces and farmland give Platte City a rural feel, just 30 minutes’ driving distance from the heart of Kansas City. Platte City offers residents a laidback atmosphere and scenic countryside views with convenience to an array of amenities.
Outdoor recreational opportunities abound near Platte City, with Platte Falls Conservation Area, Platte Ridge Park, Shiloh Springs Golf Course, the Little Platte River, and numerous city parks nearby. Zona Rosa Town Center offers over 100 merchants and restaurants just minutes from Platte City, with plenty of options for entertainment, dining, and shopping. Easy access to Interstates 29 and 435 as well as Kansas City International Airport makes commuting and traveling from Platte City simple.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$63,071
Average: $79,137
Education
1,496
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,787
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Platte City has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
49%
Non-Renters
51%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Platte City, MO is $767 for a studio, $929 for one bedroom, $1,043 for two bedrooms, and $1,025 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Platte City has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$929/month
683 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Platte City, MO is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Not Bikeable
Bikeability
10
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
661 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
553 Students
Public
Grades 4-5
437 Students
Public
Grades K
201 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
686 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,330 Students
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Weston Bend State Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Kansas City International
Top Apartments in Platte City
Houses for Rent in Platte City
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Nearby City Guides
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.