Median Income
$85,938
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$223,600
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$972
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Plain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population776
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density853/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.4%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,938
Per Capita$49,433
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,660M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$223,600
Rent$972
Ownership73.3%
Zillow$296,363
Rent Burden18.3%
Health
Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation797 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries4
Is Plain a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Plain receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Plain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Plain is $85,938, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Plain is $223,600, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $972 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Plain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Plain has a population of 776 with a density of 853 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).
Population
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Plain is $85,938, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,938 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,433 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,065 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,709 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 722 |
| County GDP | $1,660M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,208 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.9% |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
The median home value in Plain is $223,600, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $972 (16% below US avg). 73.3% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,363.
Home Values
| Census Median | $223,600 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $296,363 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $972 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 73.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.3% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,208 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.78% |
In Plain, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Plain vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.7% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,478/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Plain vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Plain has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 853/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2772°N, 90.0427°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 55049 |