Plainfield Population 2026
Plainfield has a population of 51,217, making it the #853 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 172× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,217
Rank in United States
#853
Coordinates
40.63°N, 74.41°W
~34 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
296 km
184 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 Plainfield
- North Plainfield22,140 people · ~2 km away
- Westfield30,548 people · ~6 km away
- Edison102,548 people · ~13 km away
- Linden42,021 people · ~14 km away
- Union56,771 people · ~14 km away
- Basking Ridge21,424 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Plainfield?
Plainfield has a population of 51,217 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #853 biggest city in United States.
What state is Plainfield in?
Plainfield is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Plainfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 296 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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