Plainfield, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Plainfield, Vermont had a total population of 450, the 83rd largest community in Vermont, with a median household income of $46,987, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Plainfield Quick Facts
How Plainfield Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 441 | 450 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $44,698 | $46,987 | +5.1% |
| Median home value | $163,800 | $173,600 | +6.0% |
How Plainfield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 19 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Plainfield Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barre | 8,412 | $65,625 | 17.3% | $210,400 |
| Montpelier | 8,014 | $81,030 | 6.5% | $375,100 |
| Northfield | 3,766 | $60,789 | 17.4% | $241,400 |
| Waterbury | 1,753 | $54,273 | 13.7% | $375,400 |
| South Barre | 1,346 | $78,050 | 7.4% | $257,600 |
| East Barre | 1,017 | $114,483 | 2.6% | $195,700 |
| Websterville | 471 | $101,923 | 4.9% | $171,700 |
| Marshfield | 470 | $84,375 | 4.9% | $178,300 |
| Waterbury Center | 273 | N/A | 8.8% | $298,100 |
| Graniteville | 244 | $82,574 | 8.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Plainfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quechee | 412 | N/A | $365,400 | 75.3% | 26.0% |
| Chelsea | 416 | $43,750 | $232,600 | 18.0% | 21.6% |
| Danville | 401 | N/A | $286,900 | 49.9% | 5.5% |
| Putney | 393 | $47,159 | $246,500 | 50.9% | 24.2% |
| North Troy | 506 | $50,417 | $121,100 | 16.6% | 21.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 450, Plainfield's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Plainfield is a small community located in Vermont, within Washington County. The total population is 450. It ranks as the 83rd most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Plainfield is 41.9 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 43.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Plainfield is $46,987. This is 42% lower than the state median of $81,203. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 66% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Plainfield, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $173,600. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $316,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 61.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Plainfield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.0%.
Education
31.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 43.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Plainfield, Vermont is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Vermont state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 179 Census-designated places in Vermont. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Plainfield, Vermont?
Plainfield, Vermont has a population of 450 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Plainfield, VT?
The median household income in Plainfield is $46,987, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Plainfield, VT?
The poverty rate in Plainfield is 16.7%. This means approximately 74 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Plainfield, Vermont?
Plainfield's population is 90.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Plainfield, VT?
The median home value in Plainfield is $173,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Plainfield, Vermont?
31.1% of adults (25+) in Plainfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.