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Princeton, CA
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Princeton, CA
At a Glance
How Princeton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Princeton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Princeton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Princeton residents earn a median household income of $73,958 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,043. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,056 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Princeton is $405,600 , 44% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $360,806. Median rent is $1,227/month, with 34.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Princeton reports 151 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,767/100K.
Education
4.9% of adults in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.