Platte city, South Dakota
Platte city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Platte city is a geographic entity located in Charles Mix County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,230. The land area covers 1.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,230 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 508 | ±79 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 596 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 508 | ±79 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 88 | ±51 |
| Median Home Value | $179,200 | ±$63,367 |
| Median Gross Rent | $832 | ±$244 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,700 | ±$27,345 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,968 | ±$7,198 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% | ±8.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 163 | ±97 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 663 | ±125 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.2% | ±7.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF PLATTE
GUS Population: 1,249 (2024)
ID: 134558
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: FINANCE
PO BOX 236, PLATTE SD 57369-0236
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COUNTY OF CHARLES MIX
GUS Population: 9,343 (2024)
ID: 174984
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 490, LAKE ANDES SD 57356-0490
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Platte | KG-08 | Platte, SD | |
| Regular School Platte | KG-05 | Platte, SD | |
| Regular School Platte | 09-12 | Platte, SD | |
| Regular School Platte | 06-08 | Platte, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Academy, SD | |
| 5 Nearby | 2-17 | CORSICA, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 4 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PLATTE HEALTH CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 601 E 7TH ST POST OFFICE BOX 200, PLATTE, SD, 57369 |
(605) 337-3364
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PLATTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 310 SOUTH MAIN, PLATTE, SD, 57369 |
(605) 337-9869
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LAKE ANDES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 17 PARK AVENUE, LAKE ANDES, SD, 57356 |
(605) 487-7524
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WHITE LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 111 MAIN ST, WHITE LAKE, SD, 57383 |
(605) 249-2301
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ACADEMY 2NE, SD US, located 13.1 miles from Platte city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.0° | 10.6° | 20.3° | 0.51" | 5.8" |
| February | 34.7° | 14.0° | 24.4° | 0.58" | 7.7" |
| March | 46.1° | 23.9° | 35.0° | 1.12" | 6.5" |
| April | 57.9° | 34.7° | 46.3° | 2.68" | 6.8" |
| May | 69.2° | 46.6° | 57.9° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 57.8° | 68.8° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 62.8° | 74.8° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 60.3° | 72.5° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.9° | 50.8° | 63.8° | 2.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.5° | 37.2° | 49.3° | 1.82" | 1.1" |
| November | 46.1° | 24.9° | 35.5° | 0.80" | 5.4" |
| December | 33.4° | 14.8° | 24.1° | 0.50" | 8.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platte city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cedar Grove Colony CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Geddes city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| New Holland CDP | CDP | 12.2 mi | — |
| Platte Colony CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
| Aurora Center CDP | CDP | 16.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4602350260. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.