New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
North Plainfield is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 22,667. Residents earn $83,529 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, North Plainfield receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. North Plainfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in North Plainfield is $83,529, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in North Plainfield is $350,700, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,651 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in North Plainfield is below the national average at 163 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,463 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
North Plainfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 45.5% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 54.5% |
| 307% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,529 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,096 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,622 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $109,188 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16,571 |
| County GDP | $51,947M |
| Restaurants | 1,317 |
| Healthcare | 1,591 |
| Retail | 1,861 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,532 |
| 287% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.86% |
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
| Census Median | $350,700 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $488,595 |
| Median List Price | $489,000 |
| Median List Price | $489,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $374 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 13.5% |
| Inventory | 37 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,651 |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,226 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,532 |
| 287% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.86% |
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 14.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,477/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Total Violent | 163.1/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 4.5/100K |
| Robbery | 86.1/100K |
| Assault | 72.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,463.1/100K |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 339.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,055.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 67.9/100K |
| Arson | 18.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.7 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 21.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 80 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,067/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6213°N, 74.4395°W |
| County FIPS | 34039 |
Winner: Democrat by 24.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.3% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 8,067/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 24 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Restaurants | 1,317 |
| Retail Stores | 1,861 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Avg Commute | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |