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Plainfield, MI

Plainfield Charter Township is a charter township of Kent County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 33,535 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area and is bordered by Grand Rapids on the south.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.73 square miles (95.13 km2), of which 35.04 square miles (90.75 km2) is land and 1.69 square miles (4.38 km2) (4.60%) is water.

The Grand River flows through the southern portion of the township, and the Rogue River is a tributary that flows south into the Grand River within the township.

Plainfield Township is bordered by Alpine Township to the west, Algoma Township and the city of Rockford to the north, Cannon Township to the east, Ada Township to the southeast, Grand Rapids Charter Township and the city of Grand Rapids to the south, and the city of Walker to the southwest.

Plainfield Township is served by four separate school districts. Northview Public School District serves the southern portion of the township in the Northview community. Rockford Public Schools serves the northern portion of the township, and Rockford High School is within the township. Comstock Park Public Schools serves a small western portion, and Kenowa Hills Public Schools also serves a very small western portion of the township.

Plainfield places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Planet Fitness provides state-of-the-art workout equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training services tailored to individual fitness goals. Serene Spa & Wellness offers a variety of spa treatments, including massages, facials, and body wraps, to help clients relax and rejuvenate. Additionally, Plainfield Community Center hosts health and wellness events, nutrition seminars, and fitness challenges to encourage community members to prioritize their health. Super T Karate offers martial arts classes for children and adults, emphasizing discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills. For mental health support, North Kent Guidance Services provides counseling services, therapy sessions, and support groups for individuals dealing with various mental health issues. Plainfield Senior Center organizes senior fitness programs, social activities, and educational workshops to support the health and well-being of older adults in the community. UM Health-West Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Yoga practitioners can find tranquility at Twisted Hot Yoga offering classes for all levels. 

The top sites in Plainfield Charter Township, MI are John Ball Zoo, Grand Rapids Public Museum, and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Population: 34,015 (2018). ZIP Code: 49525. Area code: 616. Elevation: 663 ft (202 m). Area: 36.73 sq mi (95.13 km2).

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What are the demographics of Plainfield, MI?

With 34,083 people, Plainfield Charter Township is the 52nd most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Plainfield charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (88.7%) followed by Hispanic (4.9%) and Two or More (3.4%). In 2022, the median household income of Plainfield Charter Township households was $84,900. Plainfield Charter Township households made slightly more than Williams Charter Township households ($84,873) and Custer Township households ($84,861). However, 5.6% of Plainfield Charter Township families live in poverty.

What county is Plainfield, MI?

Plainfield Charter Township is a charter township of Kent County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 33,535 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area and is bordered by Grand Rapids on the south. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.73 square miles (95.13 km2), of which 35.04 square miles (90.75 km2) is land and 1.69 square miles (4.38 km2) (4.60%) is water.

Is Plainfield, MI a good place to live?

Plainfield Charter Township is in Kent County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Plainfield Charter Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Plainfield Charter Township there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Plainfield Charter Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Plainfield Charter Township are highly rated.

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Wikipedia

Plainfield Charter Township

Niche

Michigan Demographics

John Ball Zoo

Grand Rapids Public Museum

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Planet Fitness

Serene Spa & Wellness

Plainfield Community Center

Super T Karate

North Kent Guidance Services

Plainfield Senior Center

UM Health-West Hospital

Twisted Hot Yoga

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