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Plainfield, IN vs Fuquay-Varina, NC

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Highlights
Are people in Fuquay-Varina older or younger than people in Plainfield?
- The Median Age in Fuquay-Varina is 1.5 years younger than in Plainfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fuquay-Varina or Plainfield?
- Fuquay-Varina housing costs are 39.7% more expensive than Plainfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fuquay-Varina or Plainfield?
- The average commute for residents of Fuquay-Varina is 9.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Plainfield.

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.

Things to do in Fuquay-Varina?
Fuquay-Varina, NC lies in Wake county near Raleigh. This town has seen significant growth since 2000 with its population almost doubling to around 22,000 people today.

 Plainfield, INFuquay-Varina, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,135329,725,481
 Median Income$68,541  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$305,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.73  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Fuquay-Varina    4 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Do not ever make the mistake of moving to Wake County, NC. The rudest, unfriendliest people ever. Bad drivers, constant horn blowing unlike anywhere I have ever  More

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I am a local Real Estate Broker and Owner of Wray Realty (www.Triangle-NC.com) I grew up in the Bustling Triangle area. I have lived in Raleigh, Garner, Apex, and Now  More

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Over 19 years ago

I live in the heart of North  More

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