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Princeton, IN
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Princeton, IN
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 $57,234 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,211. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 800 business establishments, including 62 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Princeton is $117,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $181,700. Median rent is $892/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Princeton reports 518 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,718/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.