Plainfield town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Plainfield town, Indiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Plainfield town, Indiana has a total population of 35,783, the 27th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $85,074, which is 21% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.

Plainfield town Quick Facts

Population 35,783

Median Household Income $85,074

Median Home Value $263,900

Poverty Rate 6.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.0%

Median Age 38.0 years

Homeownership Rate 63.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.7%

High School Graduation Rate 89.8%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 35,783 27th of 967

Median Income $85,074 top 20%

Poverty Rate 6.4% 48% lower national

Median Home Value $263,900 top 10%

How Plainfield town Compares

Median Household Income

Plainfield town

$85,074

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Plainfield town

$263,900

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.7%

$25K-$50K 14.6%

$50K-$100K 33.1%

$100K+ 41.7%

Employment

3.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

61.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.7%

Renter 36.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.2%

18-34

24.3%

35-54

29.1%

55-74

18.6%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Plainfield town Rankings in Indiana

#27 Population of 967

#160 Median Income of 967

#127 Education of 967

#82 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Plainfield town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Crown Point city	34,042	$95,757	$272,800	34.9%	6.8%
Portage city	37,951	$72,833	$210,800	16.0%	11.2%
Merrillville town	36,343	$64,791	$194,000	25.2%	13.7%
Valparaiso city	34,377	$67,664	$250,500	40.6%	14.0%
Schererville town	29,627	$86,020	$294,600	33.7%	8.0%

Population Overview

Plainfield town is a mid-sized community located in Indiana. The total population is 35,783. It ranks as the 27th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Plainfield town is 38.0 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Plainfield town is $85,074. This is 21% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $263,900. Housing costs are 31% higher than the state median of $201,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 63.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Plainfield town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.5% vs 2.5%).

Education

33.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Plainfield town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Plainfield town, Indiana?

Plainfield town, Indiana has a population of 35,783 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Plainfield town, IN?

The median household income in Plainfield town is $85,074, which is 8% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Plainfield town, IN?

The poverty rate in Plainfield town is 6.4%. This means approximately 2,102 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Plainfield town, Indiana?

Plainfield town's population is 72.3% White, 8.6% Black, 6.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Plainfield town, IN?

The median home value in Plainfield town is $263,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Plainfield town, Indiana?

33.7% of adults (25+) in Plainfield town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.