North Plainfield Population 2026
North Plainfield has a population of 22,140, making it the #2143 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 398× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,140
Rank in United States
#2143
Coordinates
40.63°N, 74.43°W
~35 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
295 km
183 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near North Plainfield
- Plainfield51,217 people · ~2 km away
- Westfield30,548 people · ~7 km away
- Edison102,548 people · ~12 km away
- Basking Ridge21,424 people · ~13 km away
- Piscataway56,044 people · ~15 km away
- Linden42,021 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of North Plainfield?
North Plainfield has a population of 22,140 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2143 biggest city in United States.
What state is North Plainfield in?
North Plainfield is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is North Plainfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 295 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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