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Princeton, WV
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Princeton, WV
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 $44,428 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,185. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,682 business establishments, including 114 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Princeton is $115,800 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $162,691. Median rent is $830/month, with 33.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Princeton reports 761 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,493/100K. The murder rate is 31.1/100K.
Education
19.2% of adults in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Princeton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.