South Plainfield, NJ
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South Plainfield, NJ
At a Glance
How South Plainfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Plainfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Plainfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Plainfield residents earn a median household income of $126,063 , which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,533. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 16,571 business establishments, including 1,317 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Plainfield is $443,900 , 57% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $594,056. Median rent is $1,928/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
South Plainfield reports 118 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,935/100K.
Education
42.0% of adults in South Plainfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Plainfield has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.