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Amherst, NH vs Plainfield, IN

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Are people in Plainfield older or younger than people in Amherst?
- The Median Age in Plainfield is 8.6 years younger than in Amherst.

Are housing costs cheaper in Plainfield or Amherst?
- Plainfield housing costs are 43.9% less expensive than Amherst housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Plainfield or Amherst?
- The average commute for residents of Plainfield is 11.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Amherst.

Things to do in Amherst?
Amherst, NH is a delightful city northeast of Manchester home to plenty of remarkable places such as Amherst Historical Society & Museum exhibiting extraordinary views or Broad Brook Opera House providing fun rides and tour opportunities; folks can also join in the amazing Annual Townwide Yard Sale showcasing culture with food and games every June.

Things to do in Plainfield?
Plainfield IN sits in Hendricks County just outside Indianapolis boasting historic sites such as a renovated 19th century courthouse plus ample shopping options at Metropolis Mall.

 Amherst, NHPlainfield, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,311329,725,481
 Median Income$141,424  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$545,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.47  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Plainfield    3 Reviews

I've lived in Plainfield 3 years now and have lived in the Indianapolis metro area since 1998. Here are the major pluses I found with this town. - Pedestrian and  More

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Over 8 years ago

I moved my family (husband and kids) back to IN several years ago to be closer to family. After 6 (7? - I've lost track) years, we are ready to move on. We chose  More

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Over 19 years ago

I moved to Plainfield several years ago, and am really impressed by the focus on families, recreation, and values. The town has built a recreation complex that includes  More

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