Cost of Living in Plainfield, IL
Population: 45,705 • 2026 Data
$142,265
Median Household Income
+84% vs national
$1,889
Median Monthly Rent
+40% vs national
$398,000
Median Home Value
+17% vs national
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Plainfield
The median home value in Plainfield, IL is $398,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,889, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,323.
Rent-to-income ratio: 15.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Plainfield, IL is $142,265. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7%, with a labor force of 24,566 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.