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Clifton, NJ vs Plainfield, IN

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Are people in Plainfield older or younger than people in Clifton?
- The Median Age in Plainfield is 1.6 years younger than in Clifton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Plainfield or Clifton?
- Plainfield housing costs are 36.1% less expensive than Clifton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Plainfield or Clifton?
- The average commute for residents of Plainfield is 6.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Clifton.

Things to do in Clifton?
Clifton, New Jersey is home to diverse neighborhoods offering access to numerous parks like Garret Mountain Reservation and the Great Falls Park.

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.

 Clifton, NJPlainfield, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,311329,725,481
 Median Income$86,616  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$478,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.02  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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