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Plainfield, NJ Overview

Primarily a residential, suburban community with limited industrial activity, Plainfield City features a number of historic districts and beautifully restored homes. North Avenue is the commercial historic district, although retail establishments are scattered throughout the city. Quality public and private schools combine with a campus for Union Community College for outstanding educational opportunities. New construction is available in both single-family and multi-family residential developments, although Plainfield is known for the quality of its fine older homes. Residents enjoy active YMCAs, community centers, county parks, and a wide variety of sports and recreational facilities.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000)	4%
Population Density (ppl / mile)	8,341.00
Household Size (ppl)	3.233
Households w/ Children	35%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover	0%
5+ Years in Residency	29%
Median Year in Residency	2.8

Housing Inventory

Market Overview

27 listings with an estimated median price of $399,900

Price	Count
$100K - 200K	1
$200K - 300K	3
$300K - 400K	10
$400K - 500K	6
$500K - 600K	4
$600K - 700K	1
$800K - 900K	2

Property Type	Count
Single Family	13
Condo	1
Commercial	6
Rental	4
Lots and Land	3
Multi Family	4

(Data as of 5/5/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 49,882

Households:15,209

Median Age: 36.56

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $56,221)

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio: $1,007
One Bedroom: $1,063
Two Bedroom: $1,288
Three Bedroom: $1,655
Four Bedroom: $1,886

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces: Yes
Restaurants: Yes
Bars: Yes

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.