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Princeton, CA

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Princeton is a small town in California with a population of 422. Residents earn $73,958 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
422 Population 289/sq mi density
$73,958 Median Income $28,043 per capita
$405,600 Home Value
$1,227 Median Rent 34.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,958 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$405,600 home value, $1,227/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,958
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $405,600
44% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,227
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

How Princeton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population422
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,958
Per Capita$28,043
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$2,010M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$405,600
Rent$1,227
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden34.3%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking18.8%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation76 ft (23 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute35 min
Broadband86.9%
Libraries7

Is Princeton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Princeton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Princeton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Princeton is $73,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Princeton is $405,600, 44% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Princeton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Princeton has a population of 422 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 11.8% Black.

Population

422
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Princeton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Princeton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Princeton is $73,958, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Princeton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,958
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,043
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,056
County GDP$2,010M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare25
Retail60
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Princeton is $405,600, 44% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$405,600
44% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above US avg
Rent Burden34.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Princeton, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Princeton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.9%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death6,184/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access75.8%
Healthcare Facilities25
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation76 ft (23 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates39.4016°N, 122.0194°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.3-point margin. 86.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density289/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.9%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants42
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

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