Cost of Living in Plainfield, IN
Population: 35,783 • 2026 Data
$85,074
Median Household Income
+10% vs national
$1,313
Median Monthly Rent
-3% vs national
$263,900
Median Home Value
-22% vs national
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Plainfield
The median home value in Plainfield, IN is $263,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,313, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,234.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.5%. 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, IN is $85,074. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0%, with a labor force of 17,881 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.