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South Plainfield, NJ is a vibrant town located in the state of New Jersey. With an estimated population of 24,251 and a population density of 2,889 people per square mile, South Plainfield is a great place to call home. It has many local businesses such as Sushi World Restaurant, The Brownstone Diner & Pancake Factory, and The Landshark Bar & Grill that provide delicious cuisine all year round. For year-round outdoor activities, visitors and locals alike can take advantage of the local parks and trails for biking or hiking. Organizations like South Plainfield Library help promote literacy among its residents while South Plainfield Recreation Department holds various local sporting events like youth baseball and basketball tournaments. Whether looking for a good meal or fun outdoor activities, South Plainfield offers something for everyone.

The population in South Plainfield is 24,251. There are 2,923 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in South Plainfield is 41.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in South Plainfield is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in South Plainfield
- 59.1% are married
- 8.4% are divorced
- 36.9% are married with children
- 9.5% have children, but are single
Race in South Plainfield

- 53.6% are White
- 10.8% are Black
- 16.9% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.4% claim Other
- 16.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

   Estimated Total Population by Age

  PeopleSouth Plainfield, New JerseyUnited States
  24,251.0329,725,481.0
  50.0%50.5%
  50.0%49.5%
  41.238.4
 
  23,961.0326,569,308.0
  23,387.0309,327,143.0
  21,810.0285,036,114.0
  20,489.0251,960,433.0
  9.9%15.6%
  17.0%30.8%
 
  2923.293.4
  8.2963531905.423
  0.035264836.791
 
  52.5%59.4%
  12.1%12.2%
  13.6%5.6%
  0.0%0.6%
  0.0%0.2%
  0.7%0.4%
  3.0%3.2%
  18.1%18.4%
 
  59.1%49.8%
  58.6%48.0%
  0.5%1.8%
  40.9%50.2%
  29.6%33.8%
  5.9%10.8%
  5.4%5.6%
 
  2.942.6
  8,144.0124,010,992.0
  6,621.080,755,759.0
  38.0%30.5%
  45.0%42.9%
  1,523.043,255,233.0
  7.6%15.8%
  9.4%10.8%
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Over 16 years ago

Environmentally conscious community. Great school system. Comfortable and safe recreation facilities and parks. Residents are consistently engaged in physical fitness  More

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located within a moments drive to all major hiways that are perfect for the easy commute. Public transportation either choose the bus line or train are conveinently  More

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Over 18 years ago

Closeness to NY and having a strong economy in NJ has lead to a vibrant and diverse life. Good scools, hospitals and public services - the staple of any good city is  More

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