Princeville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Princeville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,502. Residents earn $49,583 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,502 Population 995/sq mi density
$49,583 Median Income $18,953 per capita
$99,100 Home Value $113,963 Zillow
$1,017 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,583 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,100 home value, $1,017/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,583
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,017
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.6%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,502
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density995/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,583
Per Capita$18,953
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$1,991M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,100
Rent$1,017
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,963

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation35 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+80.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Princeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Princeville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Princeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Princeville is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Princeville is $99,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,017 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

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Princeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Princeville has a population of 1,502 with a density of 995 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.5%), with 1.7% White.

Population

1,502
Total Population
995
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Princeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Princeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Princeville is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Princeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,583
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,953
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$46,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)993
County GDP$1,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare101
Retail135
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Princeville is $99,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,017 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,963.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,100
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,963

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,017
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,105
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Princeville, 49.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.6%
55% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure48.0%
Asthma13.9%
COPD9.1%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity38.3%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate82.1%
Premature Death16,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Princeville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density995/sq mi
Coordinates35.8876°N, 77.5290°W
County FIPS37065
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 61%

Winner: Democrat by 22.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density995/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants56
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home0.5%

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