Plainfield, IN Overview

Located along U.S. 40 on the southwestern edge of Indianapolis, Plainfield town calls itself "A Community of Values."  In fact, the town identified 12 key values and recognizes a citizen each month that exemplifies the highlighted value.  Growing steadily throughout the 20th century, Plainfield and Guilford Township boast the largest population in the county today.  Five local parks include the largest township park in the state to provide a wealth of sports facilities and opportunities for recreation.  Playgrounds, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and shelter houses are available for exercise and relaxation.  New business and industry continue to choose Plainfield for its proximity to the airport, while civic leaders expand quality-of-life options for the residential community such as a walking path connecting parks and neighborhoods.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) 61%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 1,315.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.571
Households w/ Children 35%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 37%
Median Year in Residency 3.66

Housing Inventory

Plainfield, IN Housing Inventory 8,588 858 3,571 8,588 858 3,571

Market Overview

156 listings with an estimated median price of $388,000

Price Count
$0 - 100K 7
$100K - 200K 5
$200K - 300K 17
$300K - 400K 52
$400K - 500K 41
$500K - 600K 18
$600K - 700K 2
$700K - 800K 2
$800K - 900K 3
$1M - Max 9
Property Type Count
Single Family 111
Townhouse 3
Condo 6
Commercial 8
Rental 5
Lots and Land 20

(Data as of 4/17/2024)

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.

Plainfield, IN Population Demographics

Total: 33,861

Households:12,159

Median Age: 36.97

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)

Plainfield, IN Temperature

Weather Risk

Plainfield, IN 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

Plainfield, IN Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Plainfield, IN Highest Education Level Attained 7,210 4,817 1,450 461 2,301 4,282 1,938 7,210 4,817 1,450 461 2,301

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Plainfield, IN Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $60,673)

Plainfield, IN Income by dollar range 542 409 495 477 541 720 531 608 661 1,013 1,680 1,774 1,224 646 666 94 40 36

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
$594
One Bedroom
$689
Two Bedroom
$850
Three Bedroom
$1,140
Four Bedroom
$1,298

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.

Plainfield, IN Crime

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