Plainfield Township, Kent County, Michigan, USA

Plainfield Township lies north and northeast of Grand Rapids in Kent County, extending along the Grand River and lower Rogue River. It includes the Belmont, Northview and Comstock Park areas, with suburban neighborhoods concentrated near major roads and more open land toward the north and east. River corridors, wetlands, parks and the White Pine Trail give the township a strong connection to outdoor recreation. Plainfield Township had an estimated population of 34,770 in 2025, about 3.7% above the 2020 estimates base. Retail, health care, manufacturing, construction, hospitality and professional services support its economy.