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Princeton, IL
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Princeton, IL
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 $57,682 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,310. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 771 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Princeton is $131,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $165,646. Median rent is $739/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Princeton reports 147 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,853/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
25.3% of adults in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.