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Starting a business in Princeton?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2005. Household incomes average around $184,113 in Princeton. With a population of 30,451, Princeton is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Thanks for reading.
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Hudson Smith
Came here for family and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The food scene is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Eliana D.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a chef, 51, moved here 13 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Old Town and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Close to major attractions
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Can feel isolated
3. The public transit situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Old Town: Great for families. tough vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Phoenix, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$80K here.

**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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