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Plainfield, IL vs Frankfort, IL

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Are people in Frankfort older or younger than people in Plainfield?
- The Median Age in Frankfort is 4.6 years older than in Plainfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in Frankfort or Plainfield?
- Frankfort housing costs are 20.8% more expensive than Plainfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Frankfort or Plainfield?
- The average commute for residents of Frankfort is 1.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Plainfield.

Things to do in Plainfield?
Plainfield, Illinois is located in Will County and has become known for its diverse city life with unique shopping options along Downtown Plainfield strip.

Things to do in Frankfort?
Frankfort, IL is an attractive town southwest of Tinley Park home to numerous wonderful sights including Frankfort Historic District exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Stoney Creek ideal for picnicking; they organize vibrant events like Farmers Market each Sunday.

 Plainfield, ILFrankfort, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock20,040329,725,481
 Median Income$134,814  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$331,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time36.52  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Plainfield    13 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Plenty of housing in Plainfield, Joliet, IL area but norm on rent for a three bedroom house is around $2000.00  More

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Over 12 years ago

We transferred from the East Coast to Chicagoland and did not know where to live....We have kids and did NOT want the excess (read Drug Problems) in Naperville....Our  More

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Over 12 years ago

Plainfield is a good place to live, housing is descent, low crime.   More

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Reviews for Frankfort    1 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

incredible housing bargains in this area, compared to the northern or western suburbs of  More

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