Quality of Life
What makes Platte County a great place to write your business success story? It has a lot to do with our wonderful quality of life.
Easy. Comfortable. Safe. Affordable.
These are the building blocks of the Platte County lifestyle:
Short commutes…
Platte County workers enjoy a short commute time where often miles equal time driven for example 20 miles = 20 minutes.
Affordable living...
Kansas City is one of the most affordable Midwest cities with populations of more than one million. Our cost of living is more than six percent below the national average.
Abundant Housing options…
Platte County citizens enjoy housing availability and affordability with an extremely positive environment for their families.
Kid-friendly…
Platte County consistently
ranks in the top 5 places to raise children according to Kids Count (a national and state-by-state effort to
track the well-being of children in the United States).
Excellent schools…
Platte County considers education one of
its best assets. All Platte County
Public School Districts have achieved the state’s designation “Accredited with
Distinction” – the only county in Missouri with that bragging right. 
Plenty of outdoor fun...
From riverwalk to sports parks; archeology sites to a ski area, Platte County offers a unique mix of recreational options. For a complete overview of recreational offerings, check out: The Platte County Parks & Recreation Department
Three premiere golf courses...
Shiloh Springs Golf Club, Tiffany Greens Golf Club, and The National Golf Club of Kansas City
Easy and comfortable health care facilities...
Saint Luke's Northland, North Kansas City Hospital and Liberty Hospital help make us the excellent healthcare system in the Northland and in Platte County. Along with several health clincs and urgency rooms, there is always help when you need it.
