Median Income
$105,750
41% higher than US avg
Home Value
$353,600
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,721
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Plainfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population237
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density409/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$105,750
Per Capita$49,694
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$353,600
Rent$1,721
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$520,644
Health
Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation534 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.29
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute33 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries24
Is Plainfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Plainfield 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, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Plainfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Plainfield is $105,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Plainfield among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Plainfield is $353,600, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,721 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Plainfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Plainfield has a population of 237 with a density of 409 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.2% Black.
Population
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Plainfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Plainfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Plainfield is $105,750, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income: Plainfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $105,750 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,694 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,209 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,103 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,052 |
| County GDP | $3,759M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 199 |
| Healthcare | 168 |
| Retail | 245 |
| Manufacturing | 110 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,255 |
| 222% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
The median home value in Plainfield is $353,600, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,721 (48% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $520,644.
Home Values
| Census Median | $353,600 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $520,644 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,721 |
| 48% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,322 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,422 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,851 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,386 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,650 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,255 |
| 222% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.18% |
In Plainfield, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Plainfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.3% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.4% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 9.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,663/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 168 |
Crime Rates: Plainfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Plainfield has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 534 ft (163 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 409/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5345°N, 72.3536°W |
| County FIPS | 50027 |