Princeton, MN
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Princeton, MN
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 $52,450 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,304. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,490 business establishments, including 119 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Princeton is $212,200 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $377,536. Median rent is $953/month, with 27.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Princeton reports 55 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,418/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches.