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Grand Island, NE vs Plainfield, IN

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Are people in Plainfield older or younger than people in Grand Island?
- The Median Age in Plainfield is 3.2 years older than in Grand Island.

Are housing costs cheaper in Plainfield or Grand Island?
- Plainfield housing costs are 50.4% more expensive than Grand Island housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Plainfield or Grand Island?
- The average commute for residents of Plainfield is 5.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Grand Island.

Things to do in Grand Island?
Grand Island, NE is a charming city situated in the heart of Nebraska’s farm country. This picturesque landscape provides plenty of recreational opportunities and scenic vistas throughout the year. Grand Island also offers excellent educational facilities and luxurious shopping centers at its doorstep.

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.

 Grand Island, NEPlainfield, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,311329,725,481
 Median Income$58,162  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$203,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.43  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Grand Island    1 Reviews

nice for the family but hard to find a good paying job.. the platte river is nice. i would try kearney before grand  More

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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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