Plainfield

Plainfield, New Jersey Overview

Plainfield scores 45.9/100 overall (C), ranking #13 of 20 cities in New Jersey — below the state composite of 65.9. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 62/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 7/100.

Income & Employment in Plainfield

Plainfield’s median income of $80,334 is 17% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.7% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 6.3%.

Safety in Plainfield

With a violent crime rate of 523.8 per 100,000, Plainfield exceeds the New Jersey average of 195. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 1684.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Plainfield

The median home value is $383,300. Median monthly rent is $1,673. Renters spend 25.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Plainfield

The adult obesity rate in Plainfield is 36.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.4%. Residents report an average of 18 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Plainfield

The high school graduation rate in Plainfield is 72.4%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 14.9:1. Local districts invest $21,006 per student, well above the national median. The city has 20 public schools serving 11,588 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Plainfield

The annual average temperature in Plainfield is 54.1°F. Summers average 71.1°F. Winters average 38.9°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.3 inches per year.

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