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Plainfield, IN vs La Porte, TX

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Highlights
Are people in La Porte older or younger than people in Plainfield?
- The Median Age in La Porte is 1.2 years younger than in Plainfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in La Porte or Plainfield?
- La Porte housing costs are 18.1% less expensive than Plainfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, La Porte or Plainfield?
- The average commute for residents of La Porte is 4.7 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 La Porte?
La Porte TX lies right on the Gulf Coast known for its white sandy beaches providing residents with plenty of fun water sports year round while also offering classic southern hospitality experiences like BBQ spots or unique boutiques

 Plainfield, INLa Porte, TXUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,566329,725,481
 Median Income$68,541  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$305,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.6%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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