Living in Plainfield, CT
Plainfield is a Windham County town in northeastern Connecticut made up of four villages along the Quinebaug and Moosup rivers, with Interstate 395 running through it.
Plainfield at a glance
- Median sale price
- $365,500+4.6% vs last year 204 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 20.56 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$5,300 median-priced home
- Population
- 15,315 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 42.4 sq mi 361 per sq mi
What it is like in Plainfield
Plainfield is in Windham County, in the northeastern corner of Connecticut. It covers 42.41 square miles of land and had a population of 15,315. It borders Sterling, Canterbury, Brooklyn, Griswold, Voluntown and Killingly.
The town has four villages, each with its own post office and fire department: Plainfield Village, Moosup, Wauregan and Central Village. The Quinebaug River forms the western border, and the Moosup River flows into it across the northern part of town.
Plainfield was incorporated in 1699. Mills along the two rivers powered local industry in the 1800s and early 1900s. Central Village Historic District and the Old Canterbury Road section of the Rochambeau march route are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Outdoor places in town include Pachaug State Forest, the Moosup Valley State Park Trail, Moosup Pond, and Sugar Brook Field Trial and Wildlife Management Area. The town also has Plainfield Veterans Park, Lions Park, Rotary Park, Moosup Veterans Park, Moosup Park, Tillinghast Preserve, Rainville Preserve and Chiampa Preserve.
The Quinebaug Valley State Trout Hatchery in Central Village has a visitor area and a fishing pond. Hank's Dairy Bar on Norwich Road operates seasonally, and Riverview Restaurant & Lounge in Moosup serves Italian dishes and seafood. The town holds an annual V-J Day parade.
Getting around from Plainfield
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 72 min | 58 |
| New Haven | 91 min | 76 |
| Stamford | 146 min | 116 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 199 min | 151 |
| Boston | 102 min | 82 |
| Providence | 41 min | 32 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 93 min | 72 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Interstate 395, the Connecticut Turnpike, runs north to south through Plainfield, with exits at Lathrop Road, Route 14A and Route 14. Route 12 runs parallel to the west of the highway.
Plainfield has no passenger rail service. The Providence and Worcester Railroad carries freight only. By car, Providence is 41 minutes (32 miles), Hartford is 72 minutes (58 miles), Boston is 102 minutes (82 miles) and New Haven is 91 minutes (76 miles). Bradley Airport is 93 minutes (72 miles) away, and New York City (Midtown) is 199 minutes (151 miles).
Schools in Plainfield
5 public schools in Plainfield School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 3
- Moosup
- Plainfield Memorial
- Shepard Hill
Middle 1
- Plainfield Central
High school 1
- Plainfield High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Plainfield School District on the state's EdSight site.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. We do not rate or rank schools.
Eat, drink and explore in Plainfield
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Seasonal roadside stand serving fried seafood, lobster rolls, burgers and soft-serve cones.
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Italian dishes and seafood with a salad bar and soup tureen, plus a dining room, bar and takeout area.
Things to do and see 1
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State-run trout hatchery with a visitor area where fish rearing can be viewed, and a nearby fishing pond.
Parks, preserves and trails 15
Parks and open space © OpenStreetMap contributors. Places to eat and visit last checked October 2026. These are not paid placements; they are simply our selection. Hours and menus change, so check before you go.
Plainfield housing market
Over the last 12 months, 204 homes sold in Plainfield with a median sale price of $365,500 and a median of 11 days on market. There are 32 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $213 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 4.6% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.9 months.
Plainfield's town-wide property tax rate is 20.56 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $5,300 a year. Special taxing districts, such as fire districts, can add to this, and a home's actual assessment may differ from its sale price.
Source: SmartMLS, residential sales (single-family, condo and multi-family); mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management. Updated November 10, 2026.
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Questions about Plainfield
What is the median home price in Plainfield, CT?
The median sale price in Plainfield is $365,500, based on 204 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Plainfield, CT?
Plainfield's town-wide property tax rate is 20.56 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $5,300 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Plainfield, CT from Hartford?
Plainfield is about 58 miles and a 72-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Plainfield, CT from New York City?
Plainfield is about 151 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 199-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Plainfield, CT?
Plainfield has about 15,315 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 42.4 square miles.
How many public schools are in Plainfield, CT?
Plainfield has 5 public schools in Plainfield School District. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Plainfield, CT?
There are 32 homes for sale in Plainfield right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What villages make up Plainfield?
Plainfield Village, Moosup, Wauregan and Central Village. Each has its own post office and fire department.
Which highways serve Plainfield?
Interstate 395 (the Connecticut Turnpike) runs through town with exits for Lathrop Road, Route 14A and Route 14. Route 12 runs parallel to it.
Is there a train station in Plainfield?
No. The Providence and Worcester Railroad line through town carries freight only.
How far is Plainfield from Providence and Hartford?
Providence is 41 minutes (32 miles) by car and Hartford is 72 minutes (58 miles).
What outdoor places are in Plainfield?
Pachaug State Forest, the Moosup Valley State Park Trail, Moosup Pond, Sugar Brook Field Trial and Wildlife Management Area, and several town parks and preserves.
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