Median Income
$80,714
7% higher than US avg
Home Value
$257,000
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$857
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Princeton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population875
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density268/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A+
Median Income$80,714
Per Capita$40,424
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$257,000
Rent$857
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$320,274
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation700 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Libraries11
Is Princeton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Princeton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Princeton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Princeton is $80,714, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Princeton is $257,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Princeton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Princeton has a population of 875 with a density of 268 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Princeton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Princeton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Princeton is $80,714, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Princeton vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,714 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,424 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,464 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,239 |
| County GDP | $13,291M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 496 |
| Healthcare | 523 |
| Retail | 618 |
| Manufacturing | 172 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,638 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
The median home value in Princeton is $257,000, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,274.
Home Values
| Census Median | $257,000 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $320,274 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $857 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,638 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
In Princeton, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Princeton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,236/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 523 |
Crime Rates: Princeton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.1 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 700 ft (213 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 268/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6695°N, 90.3576°W |
| County FIPS | 19163 |