Princeville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Princeville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,932. Residents earn $81,944 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,932 Population 1,143/sq mi density
$81,944 Median Income $33,650 per capita
$162,000 Home Value $218,204 Zillow
$919 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,944 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,000 home value, $919/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,944
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,932
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density1,143/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,944
Per Capita$33,650
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$16,966M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,000
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,204

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Elevation734 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Libraries13

Is Princeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Princeville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Princeville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Princeville is $81,944, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Princeville is $162,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Princeville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Princeville has a population of 1,932 with a density of 1,143 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%).

Population

1,932
Total Population
1,143
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Princeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Princeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Princeville is $81,944, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Princeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,944
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,650
Avg Weekly Wage$1,438
IRS Avg AGI$80,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,972
County GDP$16,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants468
Healthcare543
Retail638
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Princeville is $162,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,204.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,000
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,204

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Rate4.96%
In Princeville, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death10,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities543

Crime Rates: Princeville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Princeville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation734 ft (224 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density1,143/sq mi
Coordinates40.9348°N, 89.7547°W
County FIPS17143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,143/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities543
Restaurants468
Retail Stores638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

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