Plainfield, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Will County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Plainfield based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
45,705
2023 ACS
Median Income
$142,265
2023
Median Home Value
$398,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,889
2023
Median Age
37.3
Unemployment
3.7%
Cost of Living Index
202.0
100 = national avg
Plainfield is a city in Will County, Illinois, with a population of 45,705 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Plainfield is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Plainfield is $142,265, and the median home value is $398,000. The cost of living index is 202.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,889 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, and the median age is 37.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
45,705
Male
23,002
50.3%
Female
22,703
49.7%
Median Age
37.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
34.3%
High School or Higher
43.9%
Foreign Born
13.4%
Veterans
2.8%
Married
46.3%
Avg Household Size
3.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.446
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
72.3%
Foreign Born
13.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.9%
4,548 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
43,038
English Only
82.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,531 speakers
Limited English
5.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
94.1%
Limited English Proficiency
5.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,267
2.8% of population
Disability Rate
19.0%
241 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$100,417
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,129
89.1%
Female Veterans
138
10.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$100,417
Non-Veteran Income
$62,057
Difference
$38,360
61.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
241
Without Disability
1,026
Disability Rate
19.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
41,831
#1 Ancestry
German
22.2% (10,147)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
14.8% (6,783)
#3 Ancestry
Polish
11.8% (5,406)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
14,205
Family Households
11,828
83.3%
Married Couples
9,812
69.1%
Non-Family Households
2,377
16.7%
Single Mother Households
1,395
9.8%
Single Father Households
621
4.4%
Living Alone
2,003
14.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
12,985
In Married Couple
10,570
81.4%
With Single Mother
1,881
14.5%
With Single Father
534
4.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$156,883
Married Couple Income
$165,884
Single Mother Income
$76,419
Single Father Income
$160,400
Avg Family Size
3.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
885
Grandparents Responsible
36
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$142,265
+94% vs national
Per Capita Income
$53,675
+44% vs national
Poverty Rate
4.1%
-70% vs national
Gini Index
0.3660
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.7%
-29% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.0%
of households
How Plainfield Compares
Plainfield vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Plainfield is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Plainfield, IL has a median household income of $142,265, making it the 1,560th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher median household income than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Plainfield, IL has a per capita income of $53,675, making it the 3,675th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher per capita income than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Plainfield, IL has a poverty rate of 4.1%, making it the 24,989th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher poverty rate than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Plainfield, IL has a unemployment rate of 3.7%, making it the 15,561st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher unemployment rate than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Plainfield. The median household income here is $142,265.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
-34% vs IL avg
Labor Force
24,566
Employed
23,642
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
34.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
43.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.3
Work from Home
21.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$105.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
202.0
100 = national avg
+102.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$88,866
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$210,047
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The median household income in Plainfield, IL is $142,265, which is 94.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $53,675. The poverty rate of 4.1% is lower than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3660, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 24,566. 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 70.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 202.0, which is 102.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 234.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $88,866 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$452,500
Median List Price
$597,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Days on Market
88
Active Inventory
165
Months of Supply
3.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$413,332
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,734
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
9.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
28.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
44
New Listings
53
Pending Sales
53
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$206
Median List $/SF
$219
Plainfield vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Plainfield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Plainfield, IL has a median home value of $398,000, making it the 4,561st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher median home value than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Plainfield, IL has a median rent of $1,889, making it the 2,016th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher median rent than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Plainfield, IL has a price per square foot of $206, making it the 7,601st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher price per square foot than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Plainfield, IL has a rent burden of 15.9%, making it the 15,257th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Plainfield has a higher rent burden than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$398,000
Median Rent
$1,889
Total Housing Units
14,499
Vacancy Rate
2.0%
Owner Occupied
88.7%
Renter Occupied
11.3%
Median Property Tax
$9,266
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,388
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$9,266
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.33%
of home value
Median Home Value
$398,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$9,317
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($9,266) by the median home value ($398,000). In Plainfield, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.33%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Plainfield, IL is $452,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 88 days on the market. 9.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $206. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,734/month. About 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2003. There are 14,499 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $9,266. The effective tax rate is 2.33%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.58
per 1,000 residents
-78% vs national
Property Crime Rate
6.83
per 1,000 residents
-60% vs national
Total Crimes
358
2024
Violent Clearance
57%
cases solved
Property Clearance
24%
cases solved
YoY Change
+13.3%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Plainfield Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Plainfield vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Plainfield is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Plainfield police solve 72% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of robbery cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 7 | 0.14 | 42.9% |
| Robbery | Violent | 3 | 0.06 | 0.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 18 | 0.37 | 72.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 60 | 1.24 | 8.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 252 | 5.22 | 28.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 18 | 0.37 | 16.7% |
Plainfield, IL reported 28 violent crimes and 330 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.58 per 1,000 residents is 77.7% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 57% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 252 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 11.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28 | 330 | 0.58 | 6.83 |
| 2023 | 24 | 323 | 0.51 | 6.89 |
| 2022 | 38 | 311 | 0.83 | 6.76 |
| 2021 | 19 | 132 | 0.42 | 2.93 |
| 2020 | 32 | 189 | 0.71 | 4.22 |
| 2019 | 55 | 252 | 1.23 | 5.64 |
| 2018 | 59 | 337 | 1.33 | 7.57 |
| 2017 | 57 | 327 | 1.31 | 7.53 |
| 2016 | 37 | 330 | 0.86 | 7.66 |
| 2015 | 39 | 349 | 0.91 | 8.17 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.3
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
13.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
92.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
19
Public Assistance
$12.4M
Individual Assistance
$9.8M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Flood | Sep 2024 | — | $2.0M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $7.6M | $3.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Tornado | Nov 2013 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | May 2013 | $1.0M | $3.3M |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $2.0M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $479K | $290K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2007 | — | $85K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Apr 2004 | — | $253K |
| Illinois Winter Snow Storms → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $726K | — |
| Il-winter Storm 1/1/99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $605K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1996 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Aug 1990 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1985 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding & Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Jun 1981 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1967 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $27K |
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,288
Total Claims Paid
$21,008,628
Avg Claim Payout
$9,182
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$476,966
Properties Protected
7
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.59
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $54,750 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $422,216 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Plainfield has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, tornado, heat wave. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (5 declarations). 2,288 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $12,430,978 in public assistance recovery funding. $9,839,629 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.3%
0.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.6%
3.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
4.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.2%
Arthritis
21.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
32.1%
Lack of Support
23.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
20.9%
Mobility
8.8%
Cognitive
10.3%
Hearing
4.5%
Vision
3.1%
Self-Care
2.4%
Independent Living
5.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Plainfield has an obesity rate of 35.3%, which is 0.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. 77.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.0 mi
Copley Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copley Memorial Hospital | 8.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph Medical Center | 8.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook | 10.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Edward Hospital | 10.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Linden Oaks At Edward | 10.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
50,360
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PLAINFIELD | 50,000 | 0 |
| MAPLE ACRES MHP | 260 | 8 |
| HIDDEN ACRES MOBILE PK 2 | 39 | 0 |
| HIDDEN ACRES MOBILE PK 1 | 32 | 0 |
| HIDDEN ACRES MOBILE PK 3 | 29 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
40.5K MT
Top Emitter
Wheatland Prairie Recycling and Disposal Facility
40.5K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Wheatland Prairie Recycling and Disposal Facility Waste Management Inc | Waste | 40,470 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 8 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 40.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
70.6%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
1.6%
+78% vs national
Work From Home
21.3%
+129% vs national
Carpool
4.5%
Walk / Bike
0.5%
combined
How Plainfield's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)Fatalities
3
2022
3-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Plainfield, IL covers travel times and transportation modes. 70.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 21.3% work from home, which is above the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 1.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 4.5% of workers carpool. In 2022, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
96.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
89.7%
of households
No Internet
2.3%
of households
Total Households
14,205
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.8%
of households
Smartphone
96.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
93.2%
of households
Tablet
80.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.9¢
per kWh
-17% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-25% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
7% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Illinois averages 15.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $110. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Plainfield vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
50,360
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAINFIELD | Community | Purchased surface water | 50,000 | 0 |
| MAPLE ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 260 | 8 |
| HIDDEN ACRES MOBILE PK 2 | Community | Ground water | 39 | 0 |
| HIDDEN ACRES MOBILE PK 1 | Community | Ground water | 32 | 0 |
| HIDDEN ACRES MOBILE PK 3 | Community | Ground water | 29 | 0 |
96.1% of households in Plainfield have broadband internet access. 89.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 5.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.3% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 50,360 people. A total of 8 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Plainfield is located in Will County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Plainfield.
Election Overview
Source: Will County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
162,874
50.1%
GOP Votes
157,672
48.5%
Total Votes
324,971
Margin
D+1.6%
Shift from 2020
R+6.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 162,874 | 157,672 | 324,971 | 50.1% | 48.5% | D+1.6 |
| 2020 | 183,915 | 155,116 | 346,266 | 53.1% | 44.8% | D+8.3 |
| 2016 | 146,230 | 129,726 | 291,010 | 50.2% | 44.6% | D+5.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Will County recorded 324,971 total votes. Democrats won the county with 50.1% of the vote compared to 48.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+1.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Will County has shifted 4.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
265
Total Assets
$35.3M
Total Income
$24.9M
Per 10K Residents
58.0
nonprofits
-24.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
6
Median Assets
$35K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $28.4M of $35.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Plainfield
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFPlainfield, IL has 265 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $35.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 48 organizations. 6 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 58.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
528
Total Approved
$171.6M
Jobs Supported
3,927
Per 10K Residents
115.5
SBA loans
+35.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
101
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
74 loans
Top Industry
Transportation & Warehousing
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
455
Total Amount
$121.3M
Avg Loan
$266,673
Median Loan
$84,000
SBA Guaranteed
$89.8M(74%)
Jobs Supported
3,237
Loans
73
Total Amount
$50.3M
Avg Loan
$689,068
Median Loan
$406,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
140
27% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$58.3M
34% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$416,134
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Asr Estate Llc | 2 | $4.8M |
| Hbk Enterprises Llc | 2 | $4.8M |
| K Plus Mechanical Tbs Corporation | 2 | $4.5M |
| Primrose School of Plainfield | 1 | $4.4M |
| Green Electronic Solutions Inc. | 1 | $3.8M |
| Mns1 Express Inc. | 1 | $3.8M |
| 15610 South Joliet Road Llc | 1 | $3.5M |
| Pbb 25, Llc | 1 | $3.5M |
| Waeltz Veterinary Services Pllc | 1 | $3.1M |
| Ncw Joliet Re Llc & Nascar Joliet Operating Inc. | 1 | $2.8M |
Plainfield, IL has received 528 SBA loans totaling $171.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 455 loans (86% of the total), supporting 3,237 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 73 loans totaling $50.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Transportation & Warehousing. The most active SBA lender in Plainfield is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 74 loans. That works out to 115.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
17
Total Population
577,470
Avg Median Income
$116,526
Avg Home Value
$317,665
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60403 | 17,226 | $71,413 | $223,000 | $1,386 | 4.9 |
| 60404 | 20,052 | $121,696 | $319,800 | $1,945 | 15.7 |
| 60431 | 26,789 | $114,098 | $275,100 | $1,408 | 12.8 |
| 60435 | 48,521 | $74,967 | $217,200 | $1,145 | 10.8 |
| 60446 | 41,933 | $99,461 | $245,100 | $1,894 | 19.5 |
| 60490 | 21,739 | $148,153 | $378,800 | $2,535 | 9.7 |
| 60503 | 16,879 | $142,773 | $311,300 | $2,222 | 4.3 |
| 60504 | 38,861 | $98,249 | $272,800 | $1,861 | 8.8 |
| 60505 | 58,176 | $70,306 | $192,500 | $1,230 | 10.1 |
| 60538 | 30,395 | $92,064 | $253,900 | $1,845 | 9.7 |
| 60543 | 41,723 | $116,507 | $319,300 | $1,558 | 42.0 |
| 60544 | 27,937 | $108,447 | $311,700 | $1,809 | 24.2 |
| 60560 | 27,798 | $112,160 | $324,900 | $1,626 | 79.4 |
| 60564 | 47,243 | $176,250 | $550,400 | $2,172 | 16.0 |
| 60565 | 39,244 | $160,238 | $490,100 | $1,764 | 12.9 |
| 60585 | 24,948 | $151,202 | $416,400 | $2,326 | 14.9 |
| 60586 | 48,006 | $122,963 | $298,000 | $2,159 | 17.5 |
Plainfield, IL has 17 ZIP codes with a combined population of 577,470. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $116,526. The average median home value is $317,665. The average median monthly rent is $1,817.
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