Median Income
$66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
69% lower than US avg
How Princeton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population208
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density533/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$25,944
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$1,168M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$118,800
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$340,043
Rent Burden25.4%
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation963 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries5
Is Princeton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Princeton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Princeton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Princeton is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Princeton is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Princeton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Princeton has a population of 208 with a density of 533 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Princeton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Princeton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Princeton is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Princeton vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,787 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 711 |
| County GDP | $1,168M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 74 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
The median home value in Princeton is $118,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,043.
Home Values
| Census Median | $118,800 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $340,043 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.69% |
In Princeton, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Princeton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,277/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
Crime Rates: Princeton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 963 ft (294 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 533/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4862°N, 95.2701°W |
| County FIPS | 20059 |