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Slidell, LA vs Plainfield, IN

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Are people in Plainfield older or younger than people in Slidell?
- The Median Age in Plainfield is 0.1 years older than in Slidell.

Are housing costs cheaper in Plainfield or Slidell?
- Plainfield housing costs are 38.4% more expensive than Slidell housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Plainfield or Slidell?
- The average commute for residents of Plainfield is 5.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Slidell.

Things to do in Slidell?
Slidell is a city located in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, near Lake Pontchartrain. It's known for its family-friendly atmosphere, as well as its numerous outdoor activities and attractions like the Bayou Liberty Recreation Area and Heritage Park. The city also has some of the best seafood restaurants in the state and there are plenty of shops to explore downtown.

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.

 Slidell, LAPlainfield, INUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,311329,725,481
 Median Income$57,920  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$220,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.6  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Slidell    8 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

it is too close to new orleans east where there their crime has spread, had recent robberies. It is no longer nice to live. Sales tax rate has also increased in the  More

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Over 17 years ago

Crime is very little in my apartment  More

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Over 17 years ago

We are new to this city and state and would like more information as to finding affordable housing for low income  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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