Princeville, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Edgecombe County County
Princeville, NC
At a Glance
How Princeville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Princeville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Princeville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Princeville residents earn a median household income of $49,583 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,953. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 993 business establishments, including 56 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Princeville is $99,100 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $115,181. Median rent is $1,017/month, with 33.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Education
6.8% of adults in Princeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 80.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.