Plata is a town located in Charles County, in the state of Maryland (MD), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 7.0 square miles (18.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 193 ft. With a population of approximately 6,551 residents, Plata offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.18% males and 51.82% females, and it has a population density of 942.59 people per square mile (363.94/km²). Plata lies at a latitude of 38.53 and a longitude of -76.97, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.3%), followed by English (14%), German (15.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 20646.