Princeton, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $55,066

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $69,200

75% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.4%

51% lower than US avg

Median Rent $514

56% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.6%

33% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.3%

92% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.7%

6% lower than US avg

How Princeton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,434

Median Age39.2 yrs

Density902/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$55,066

Per Capita$24,567

Unemployment0.3%

Poverty11.7%

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$69,200

Rent$514

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$117,464

Housing Units575

Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity42.6%

Uninsured12.7%

Smoking21.9%

Depression28.1%

Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.0 in/yr

Sunny Days267/yr

Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.4%

High School+87.5%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute24 min

Broadband74.8%

Is Princeton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Princeton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, 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 $55,066, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Princeton is $69,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $514 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Princeton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Princeton has a population of 1,434 with a density of 902 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.8% female and 46.2% male. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93% of residents, while 7% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 17.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,434

Total Population

902

People / sq mi

39.2yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%

Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Princeton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.0%
	18% above US avg
Spanish	7.0%
	48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Princeton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Princeton is $55,066, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,567 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 13.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Princeton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,066
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.3%
	92% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.7%
	6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.9 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Princeton is $69,200, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,464, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $514 (56% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 575 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. 21.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$69,200
	75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$117,464

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$514
	56% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.0%
Housing Units	575
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

In Princeton, 42.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.6% report binge drinking. 35.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Princeton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.6%
	33% above US avg
Diabetes	12.4%
Heart Disease	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	9.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.9%
	56% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	35.1%
Depression	28.1%
Mental Distress	21.0%
Physical Distress	16.7%
Short Sleep	41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.6%
Uninsured	12.7%
	48% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.6%
Dental Visits	50.8%

Food & Exercise

Princeton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.2°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.0 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	958 ft (292 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	902/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4008°N, 93.5805°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.2 in	Coldest, Driest
February	29°F (-2°C)	1.2 in
March	40°F (5°C)	2.6 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.6 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	4.3 in
July	76°F (25°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.1 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.3 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.2 in
November	40°F (4°C)	2.4 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	1.8 in

Princeton has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.2").

16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 71.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.4%
	51% below US avg
High School+	87.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	902/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.8%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.9 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Princeton

What is the population of Princeton?

Princeton has a population of 1,434 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 902 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 53.8% female and 46.2% male.

Is Princeton expensive to live in?

Princeton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,066, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $69,200 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $514 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Princeton?

Princeton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Princeton?

The job market in Princeton is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 13.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Princeton?

The median home value in Princeton is $69,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,464. For renters, the median monthly rent is $514. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Princeton?

Schools in Princeton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.4% of adults in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Princeton?

The obesity rate in Princeton is 42.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 35.1% are physically inactive. 28.1% of residents report depression. 12.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Princeton?

The average commute in Princeton is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Princeton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Princeton is 87.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 93% of residents speak only English at home, while 7% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 17.9% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

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