Plainfield, Vermont
Plainfield: town in Vermont
About
Plainfield is a town located in the county of Washington in the U.S. state of Vermont. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,243 and a population density of 59 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,263 inhabitants.
The town was created 159 years ago in 1866.
Quick Facts about Plainfield
| Population | 1,263 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Vermont (United States) |
| County | Washington County |
| Postal code | 05667 |
| Phone Area Codes | 802 |
| Area | 21.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.2781,-72.4265 |
| Altitude | 1,096 feet / 334 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1867 (159 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:35:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 60 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 49℉ Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Plainfield is located at 44°16'41"N 72°25'35"W (44.2781200, -72.4264900).
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Weather
A slight chance of snow showers before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 49. South wind around 3 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Plainfield
Official Website- Plainfield (CDP), Vermont
Demographics
The population of Plainfield increased by 1.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,243 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,260 | 1.35% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,259 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,256 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,251 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,257 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,262 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,261 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,260 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,262 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,263 | 0.08% | estimation process |
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People born in Plainfield (2)
People born in Plainfield, including politician Heman A. Moore, captain and jujutsuka Harry Hall Skinner, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Plainfield, VT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230889 | Goddard College | Plainfield (VT) | 05667-9432 |
Nearby Transit Stations (27)
Rail and bus stations connected to Plainfield, VT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPR | Montpelier station | Junction Rd and Short Rd | RAIL |
| WAB | Waterbury | US Hwy 2 and Park Row | RAIL |
| RPH | Randolph station | South Main and Salisbury Sts. | RAIL |
| LTL | Littleton, New Hampshire | 336 Cottage St. | BUS |
| ESX | Essex Junction station | 29 Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Plainfield.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Plainfield Post Office | Plainfield (VT) | 05667 |
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- Plainfield, New Jersey A city in Union County, New Jersey. with a population of 50,011 people.
- Plainfield, Illinois village in Illinois, United States with a population of 44,542 people.
- Plainfield, Indiana town in Indiana, United States with a population of 36,275 people.
- Plainfield, Connecticut town in Connecticut, United States with a population of 15,084 people.
- Plainfield, Pennsylvania unincorporated community in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 6,248 people.
- Plainfield, Michigan charter township in Kent County, Michigan with a population of 3,719 people.
- Plainfield, New Hampshire town in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States with a population of 2,419 people.
- Plainfield, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts, United States with a population of 663 people.
- Plainfield, Wisconsin village in Waushara County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 554 people.
- Plainfield, Iowa city in Iowa, United States with a population of 413 people.
- Plainfield, Ohio human settlement in Coshocton County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 159 people.
Other cities in Washington County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington County , VT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Barre | 7,741 | City in Washington County, Vermont, U. |
| Montpelier | 7,328 | Capital of Vermont, United States and seat of Washington County |
| Northfield | 6,504 | Town in Washington County, Vermont |
| Waterbury | 5,160 | Town in Vermont |
| East Montpelier | 2,560 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, USA |
| Middlesex | 1,724 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, United States of America |
| Waitsfield | 1,692 | Town in Vermont |
| Warren | 1,667 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, United States |
| Moretown | 1,664 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, United States |
| Marshfield | 1,465 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, United States |
| Cabot | 1,433 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, United States |
| Duxbury | 1,307 | Town in Washington County, Vermont, United States |
| South Barre | 1,219 | City in Barre, Vermont, United States of America |
| Worcester | 1,028 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Woodbury | 882 | City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States |
| Graniteville | 784 | Unincorporated community in California |
Distance to Other Cities
Plainfield distances to largest Vermont cities