Plainfield Population 2026
Plainfield has a population of 15,498, making it the #3009 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 568× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,498
Rank in United States
#3009
Coordinates
41.68°N, 71.92°W
~60 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
533 km
331 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Hartford | 121,054 | #241 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
Cities near Plainfield
- Killingly Center17,282 people · ~18 km away
- Coventry35,525 people · ~19 km away
- Windham23,072 people · ~20 km away
- Norwich39,899 people · ~22 km away
- Montville Center20,180 people · ~29 km away
- West Warwick30,146 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Plainfield?
Plainfield has a population of 15,498 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3009 biggest city in United States.
What state is Plainfield in?
Plainfield is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Plainfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 533 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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