Plainfield city, NJ — Population & Demographics
Plainfield city, NJ has a population of 54,515. The median household income is $80,334 and the median age is 33.0.
54,515
Population
$80,334
Median Income
$383,300
Median Home Value
33.0
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 10.4% |
| Black or African American | 33.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$80,334
Median Household Income
$30,414
Per Capita Income
12.5%
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$383,300
Median Home Value
$1,673
Median Rent
42.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
72.2%
High School+
22.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.5%
Drive Alone
6.5%
Work From Home
30.1 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Plainfield city, NJ has a population of 54,515 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Plainfield city, NJ is $80,334, with 12.5% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Plainfield city, NJ is $383,300, with median rent at $1,673.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.