Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Princeton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population29
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female35% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans29.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,400
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,072M
Commute3 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$486,001
Health
Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Elevation2,630 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries7
Is Princeton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Princeton receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Princeton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Princeton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 41.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Princeton has a population of 29 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 17.2% Hispanic.
Population
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Princeton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Princeton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Princeton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.
Income: Princeton vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $28,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,069 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,448 |
| County GDP | $2,072M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Healthcare | 112 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,688 |
| 34% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 3.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 17.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $486,001.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,688 |
| 34% above US avg |
In Princeton, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Princeton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.5% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,065/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 112 |
Crime Rates: Princeton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 24.5 inches |
| 36% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,630 ft (802 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9172°N, 116.8261°W |
| County FIPS | 16057 |