Plainfield Population 2026
Plainfield has a population of 30,590, making it the #1515 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 288× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,590
Rank in United States
#1515
Coordinates
39.70°N, 86.40°W
~223 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
810 km
503 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Indiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | 887,642 | #16 |
| Fort Wayne | 260,326 | #81 |
| Evansville | 119,943 | #245 |
| South Bend | 101,516 | #317 |
| Carmel | 88,713 | #383 |
| Bloomington | 84,067 | #427 |
| Hammond | 77,614 | #474 |
| Gary | 77,156 | #476 |
Cities near Plainfield
- Avon16,451 people · ~7 km away
- Fairfield Heights21,285 people · ~14 km away
- Brownsburg24,996 people · ~15 km away
- Indianapolis887,642 people · ~22 km away
- Greenwood55,586 people · ~27 km away
- Broad Ripple17,041 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Plainfield?
Plainfield has a population of 30,590 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1515 biggest city in United States.
What state is Plainfield in?
Plainfield is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Plainfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 810 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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