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Plainfield is a village in Will and Kendall counties, Illinois, United States. The population was 44,762 at the 2020 census.

The village includes land in Will County's Plainfield and Wheatland townships, as well as Na-Au-Say and Oswego townships in Kendall County. With the growth in the Chicago suburbs in the 1990s and 2000s, the village has seen a population increase, from 4,500 in 1990 to 28,000 in 2000 to nearly 45,000 in 2016. It is between the cities of Naperville and Joliet.

The village has established a community Preservation Commission and historic preservation ordinance. It is the home of the Lake Renwick Preserve, a county forest preserve used for birdwatching and other activities. Located south of Village Hall is Settlers' Park, which includes a lake, war monument, open space, and more. The park presents outdoor concerts to the public in the summer.

Plainfield is located in northwestern Will County. The village limits extend west into the eastern part of Kendall County. Plainfield is bordered to the north by the city of Naperville, to the northeast by the village of Bolingbrook, to the east by the village of Romeoville, and to the south by the city of Joliet. Farmland in Kendall County is to the west. Interstate 55 runs along the eastern edge of the village, with access from two exits. I-55 leads northeast 34 miles (55 km) to the center of Chicago and southwest 100 miles (160 km) to Bloomington. U.S. Route 30 passes through the center of Plainfield, leading northwest 13 miles (21 km) to Montgomery and southeast 9 miles (14 km) to Joliet. Illinois Route 126 crosses US-30 in the center of Plainfield, leading northeast 2.5 miles (4.0 km) to I-55 and west 14 miles (23 km) to Yorkville. Illinois Route 59 runs through the center of Plainfield with US-30 but leads north 9 miles (14 km) to the west side of Naperville and south 6 miles (10 km) to Shorewood.

According to the 2010 census, Plainfield has a total area of 24.199 square miles (62.68 km²), of which 23.22 square miles (60.14 km²) (or 95.95%) is land and 0.979 square miles (2.54 km²) (or 4.05%) is water. The DuPage River flows through the village center, running south towards the Des Plaines River in the Illinois River watershed.

Like its namesake, Plainfield's topography is generally flat. Thousands of years ago, land in greater Plainfield used to be part of the bed of proglacial Lake Wauponsee. However, the lake did not hold up long and eventually drained into the Illinois River valley. The lake left behind a very flat landscape. Much of downtown Plainfield has an elevation of around 600–625 feet (183–191 m) above sea level, with some areas in the western and northwestern portions of the village's outskirts exceeding 700 feet (210 m). This rise in elevation was created by terminal moraines that were formed during the Wisconsin Episode of the last ice age's last glacial period that has been recorded.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Plainfield. The city boasts several healthcare facilities, including Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center, ensuring residents have access to comprehensive medical services. Allyu Spa offers a serene environment focusing on holistic treatments and eco-friendly practices. Services include massages, facials, body treatments, and energy healing. Located within The Peninsula Hotel, this luxurious spa features an extensive menu including massages, body treatments, facials, and advanced beauty services. It also offers unique amenities like a relaxation lounge and a half-Olympic-length swimming pool. AIRE Ancient Baths offers a unique experience inspired by ancient Roman, Greek, and Ottoman traditions. The spa features thermal baths at varying temperatures, including a hot bath, a cold plunge, and a saltwater flotation pool. The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton provides a luxurious retreat with a range of bespoke treatments, including signature massages, facials, and body therapies. King Spa & Sauna is a Korean-style jjimjilbang that offers a variety of saunas, pools, and relaxation areas.

Top sites in Plainfield, IL are Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve, Bolingbrook Golf Club, and Springbrook Prairie.

Population: 47,448 (2023). ZIP code: 60544,. Area codes: 815,  779. Elevation: 610 ft (190 m). Area: 25.75 sq mi (66.68 km²).

FAQs

What is Plainfield, IL famous for?

The largest and most famous natural landmark in the Plainfield area is the Lake Renwick Preserve, which is part of the Lily Cache Creek preservation system. This scenic gem features a 200-acre lake with structures designed to provide nesting homes for birds. The preserve is home to the largest protected nesting location of herons in Illinois, although public viewing is limited during nesting season.

Is Plainfield, IL a nice place to live?

Plainfield is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 44,941. Plainfield is in Will County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Plainfield offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Plainfield, there are a lot of parks.

What is the median household income in Plainfield, IL?

In 2021, the median household income of the 13.5k households in Plainfield, IL grew to $134,814 from the previous year's value of $131,241. In 2021, 90.9% of the housing units in Plainfield, IL were occupied by their owner. This percentage grew from the previous year's rate of 89.5%.

Sources

Village of Plainfield

Wikipedia

Data USA

Niche

Redfin

Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center

Allyu Spa

The Peninsula Hotel

AIRE Ancient Baths

The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton

King Spa & Sauna

Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Bolingbrook Golf Club

Springbrook Prairie

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