Parkville Missouri Map

About Parkville, Missouri

Parkville is a locality in Platte County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,366. The population density is 207.2 people per km². Parkville is located at 39.1950°N, 94.6822°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 64152.

Parkville unfolds as a verdant expanse where the broad, rolling Missouri River bluffs gently give way to fertile bottomland, a landscape painted in shades of emerald and ochre. It lies 6.3 miles north-north-west of Kansas City, KS (from Kansas City, KS: bearing 332°T), and is situated 6.9 miles west of Gladstone. Here, the air itself seems to hold a certain softness, a quiet exhalation from the surrounding woodlands and the wide, sun-kissed fields that stretch towards the horizon. Oak and hickory trees, robust and ancient, stand sentinel over the terrain, their limbs a latticework against the vast, often cerulean sky, while the winding paths that thread through the parks and neighborhoods suggest an intimate connection between the built environment and the enduring wildness of the Platte County countryside. The light here, especially in the late afternoon, has a peculiar richness, a golden wash that deepens the greens and browns, imbuing the very streets of Parkville with a peaceful, almost meditative glow. The story of Parkville is deeply entwined with the mighty Missouri, a waterway that has shaped its commerce and character since its earliest days. This river town’s economy, once powered by steamboats and the robust trade they carried, now draws strength from a diverse blend of businesses, from burgeoning technology firms to the enduring agricultural roots that still nourish the surrounding communities. A notable landmark, the historic downtown, retains the echoes of its past with its charming brick buildings, a tangible reminder of the pioneers who first sought settlement here. The spirit of Parkville, a blend of forward-looking innovation and a deep respect for its heritage, is palpable in the easy camaraderie of its residents and the quiet pride they take in their unique corner of Missouri, where the rhythm of life often feels as steady and dependable as the river itself.

About This Parkville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Parkville, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.195003, -94.682181. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Parkville and Platte County.

Detailed location data for Parkville includes the ZIP code (64152), telephone area code (816), county seat of Platte County (Platte City), and school district assignment (Park Hill School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Parkville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.