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5,833
TOTAL POPULATION
2,880
MALE POPULATION
2,953
FEMALE POPULATION
97.53
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,735
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,646
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,782
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,555
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Princeton

The most populous races in Princeton are White / Caucasian (5,244 | 89.9%), Black / African American (364 | 6.2%), and Two or more Races (196 | 3.4%).
Race in Princeton
Race# Population% Population
Asian290.5%
Black / African American3646.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino360.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian5,24489.9%
Two or more Races1963.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total5,833100.0%

Ancestry in Princeton

The most populous ancestries reported in Princeton are Irish (975 | 16.7%), English (691 | 11.8%), German (456 | 7.8%), American (431 | 7.4%), and Scotch-Irish (219 | 3.7%), together accounting for 47.5% of all Princeton residents.
Ancestry in Princeton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4317.4%
Arab2183.7%
Bhutanese240.4%
British180.3%
Croatian60.1%
Cuban270.5%
Czech60.1%
Dutch1342.3%
Eastern European190.3%
English69111.8%
European741.3%
French150.3%
German4567.8%
Greek60.1%
Hungarian130.2%
Indian (Asian)250.4%
Irish97516.7%
Italian781.3%
Korean180.3%
Lebanese460.8%
Moroccan1722.9%
Norwegian270.5%
Polish250.4%
Romanian60.1%
Scandinavian100.2%
Scotch-Irish2193.7%
Scottish1021.8%
Spaniard90.2%
Welsh290.5%
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Immigrants in Princeton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Princeton came from Africa (50 | 0.9%), Morocco (50 | 0.9%), Northern Africa (50 | 0.9%), Asia (8 | 0.1%), and China (8 | 0.1%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Princeton residents.
Immigrants in Princeton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa500.9%
Asia80.1%
China80.1%
Eastern Asia80.1%
Eastern Europe60.1%
Europe70.1%
Morocco500.9%
Northern Africa500.9%
Northern Europe10.0%
Romania60.1%
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Sex and Age in Princeton

Sex and Age in Princeton

The most populous age groups in Princeton are 65 to 69 Years (340 | 11.8%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (242 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Princeton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years152 (5.3%)177 (6.0%)
5 to 9 Years257 (8.9%)154 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years108 (3.7%)79 (2.7%)
15 to 19 Years153 (5.3%)93 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years139 (4.8%)227 (7.7%)
25 to 29 Years238 (8.3%)221 (7.5%)
30 to 34 Years176 (6.1%)237 (8.0%)
35 to 39 Years72 (2.5%)160 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years112 (3.9%)218 (7.4%)
45 to 49 Years259 (9.0%)229 (7.7%)
50 to 54 Years131 (4.5%)198 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years145 (5.0%)118 (4.0%)
60 to 64 Years148 (5.1%)162 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years340 (11.8%)165 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years93 (3.2%)242 (8.2%)
75 to 79 Years112 (3.9%)59 (2.0%)
80 to 84 Years31 (1.1%)68 (2.3%)
85 Years and over214 (7.4%)146 (4.9%)
Total2,880 (100.0%)2,953 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Princeton

Median Family Size in Princeton

The median family size in Princeton is 2.82 persons per family, with married-couple families (948 | 60.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.96 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (424 | 26.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Princeton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple948 (60.1%)2.96
Single Male/Father205 (13.0%)2.62
Single Female/Mother424 (26.9%)2.61
Total Families1,577 (100.0%)2.82

Median Household Size in Princeton

The median household size in Princeton is 2.17 persons per household, with single male/father households (205 | 7.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (1,103 | 41.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Princeton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple948 (35.4%)2.96
Single Male/Father205 (7.6%)3.12
Single Female/Mother424 (15.8%)2.74
Non-family1,103 (41.2%)1.11
Total Households2,680 (100.0%)2.17

Household Size by Marriage Status in Princeton

Out of a total of 2,680 households in Princeton, 1,577 (58.8%) are family households, while 1,103 (41.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 804, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,021.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Princeton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,021 (38.1%)
2-Person Households804 (30.0%)79 (2.9%)
3-Person Households388 (14.5%)3 (0.1%)
4-Person Households242 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households108 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households20 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,577 (58.8%)1,103 (41.2%)

Female Fertility in Princeton

Fertility by Age in Princeton

Average fertility rate in Princeton is 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 13.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 52.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Princeton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years9 (52.9%)13.0
35 to 50 years8 (47.1%)12.0
Total17 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Princeton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Princeton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Princeton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Princeton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School17 (100.0%)185.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Princeton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Princeton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Income in Princeton

Income Overview in Princeton

Per Capita Income in Princeton is $24,735, while median incomes of families and households are $51,646 and $41,782 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,833$24,735
Median Family Income1,577$51,646
Mean Family Income1,577$63,457
Median Household Income2,680$41,782
Mean Household Income2,680$52,749
Income Deficit1,577$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,83338.40%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,83361.60¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,8330.41

Earnings by Sex in Princeton

Average Earnings in Princeton are $33,052, $44,778 for men and $27,582 for women, a difference of 38.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Princeton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,281 (48.8%)$44,778
Female1,343 (51.2%)$27,582
Total2,624 (100.0%)$33,052

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Princeton

The most common earnings brackets in Princeton are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (188 | 14.7%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (181 | 13.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Princeton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less40 (3.1%)70 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99936 (2.8%)25 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49924 (1.9%)39 (2.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99949 (3.8%)37 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49933 (2.6%)57 (4.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (0.9%)13 (1.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49922 (1.7%)94 (7.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99957 (4.4%)37 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49948 (3.7%)75 (5.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (0.5%)151 (11.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99948 (3.7%)147 (11.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99978 (6.1%)181 (13.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99967 (5.2%)110 (8.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999126 (9.8%)131 (9.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999101 (7.9%)24 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $54,999106 (8.3%)16 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,999188 (14.7%)40 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99962 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999159 (12.4%)49 (3.6%)
$100,000+19 (1.5%)47 (3.5%)
Total1,281 (100.0%)1,343 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Princeton

Average earnings in Princeton are $46,991 for men and $30,238 for women, a difference of 35.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,946, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,321. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $32,206, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,618.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Princeton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$32,321$0
High School Diploma$45,583$32,206
College or Associate's Degree$55,494$29,091
Bachelor's Degree$67,946$27,618
Graduate Degree$53,958$0
Total$46,991$30,238

Family Income in Princeton

Family Income Brackets in Princeton

According to the Princeton family income data, there are 319 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 24 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Princeton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000392.5%
$10,000 to $14,999322.0%
$15,000 to $24,99926316.7%
$25,000 to $34,99916210.3%
$35,000 to $49,99925115.9%
$50,000 to $74,99931920.2%
$75,000 to $99,99928918.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991328.4%
$150,000 to $199,999654.1%
$200,000+241.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Princeton

5-person families (108 | 6.9%) account for the highest median family income in Princeton with $111,500 per family, while 2-person families (917 | 58.2%) have the highest median income of $24,784 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Princeton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families917 (58.2%)$49,567
3-Person Families293 (18.6%)$72,909
4-Person Families235 (14.9%)$41,964
5-Person Families108 (6.9%)$111,500
6-Person Families4 (0.3%)$0
7+ Person Families20 (1.3%)$0
Total1,577 (100.0%)$51,646

Family Income by Number of Earners in Princeton

The median family income in Princeton is $51,646, with families comprising 3+ earners (103) having the highest median family income of $134,732, while families with no earners (414) have the lowest median family income of $30,208, accounting for 6.5% and 26.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Princeton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners414 (26.3%)$30,208
1 Earner591 (37.5%)$44,875
2 Earners469 (29.7%)$87,515
3+ Earners103 (6.5%)$134,732
Total1,577 (100.0%)$51,646

Household Income in Princeton

Household Income Brackets in Princeton

With 528 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Princeton, accounting for 19.7% of all households. In contrast, only 24 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Princeton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001345.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991776.6%
$15,000 to $24,99951719.3%
$25,000 to $34,99927910.4%
$35,000 to $49,99952819.7%
$50,000 to $74,99939914.9%
$75,000 to $99,99938914.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991696.3%
$150,000 to $199,999642.4%
$200,000+240.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Princeton

The median household income in Princeton is $41,782, with the highest median household income of $58,542 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 727 households (27.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 96 households (3.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Princeton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years96 (3.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years895 (33.4%)$42,623
45 to 64 Years727 (27.1%)$58,542
65+ Years962 (35.9%)$27,431
Total2,680 (100.0%)$41,782

Poverty in Princeton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Princeton

With 15.1% poverty level for males and 22.5% for females among the residents of Princeton, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 20 males (100.0%) and 41 females (51.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Princeton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (48.0%)91 (51.4%)
5 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years28 (8.6%)51 (34.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)41 (51.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years25 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)93 (34.8%)
25 to 34 Years58 (14.0%)81 (17.7%)
35 to 44 Years70 (38.0%)102 (27.0%)
45 to 54 Years62 (15.9%)6 (1.4%)
55 to 64 Years9 (3.1%)49 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years58 (13.4%)82 (20.2%)
75 Years and over31 (8.7%)67 (24.5%)
Total434 (15.1%)663 (22.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Princeton

According to the poverty statistics in Princeton, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Princeton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years79 (52.0%)86 (48.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years298 (91.4%)95 (65.1%)
12 to 14 Years7 (100.0%)38 (48.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years54 (68.3%)13 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years212 (100.0%)174 (65.2%)
25 to 34 Years356 (86.0%)377 (82.3%)
35 to 44 Years114 (62.0%)276 (73.0%)
45 to 54 Years328 (84.1%)421 (98.6%)
55 to 64 Years284 (96.9%)231 (82.5%)
65 to 74 Years375 (86.6%)325 (79.8%)
75 Years and over326 (91.3%)206 (75.5%)
Total2,433 (84.9%)2,282 (77.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Princeton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Princeton show that 10.4% or 99 of the total 948 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 25.5%, comprising of 76 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Princeton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children623 (96.4%)23 (3.6%)
1 or 2 Children222 (74.5%)76 (25.5%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total849 (89.6%)99 (10.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Princeton

According to the poverty data in Princeton, 17.6% or 36 single-father households and 17.0% or 72 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 households (23.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Princeton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)32 (23.7%)
1 or 2 Children16 (20.5%)40 (16.6%)
3 or 4 Children20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (17.6%)72 (17.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Princeton

The poverty data for Princeton shows that 99 of the married-couple family households (10.4%) and 108 of the single-parent households (17.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 76 households (25.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 household (29.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Princeton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children23 (3.6%)32 (13.2%)
1 or 2 Children76 (25.5%)56 (17.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)20 (29.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total99 (10.4%)108 (17.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Princeton

Employment by Class of Employer in Princeton

Among the 2,390 employed individuals in Princeton, private company employees (1,672 | 70.0%), state government employees (196 | 8.2%), and local government employees (155 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Princeton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,67270.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1335.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)954.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1395.8%
Local Government Employees1556.5%
State Government Employees1968.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,390100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Princeton

According to the labor force statistics for Princeton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,866), 52.5% or 2,555 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 133 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 86.1% or 315 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.8% or 21 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Princeton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years73 (35.4%)21 (28.8%)
20 to 24 Years315 (86.1%)22 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years352 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years337 (81.6%)15 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years398 (70.8%)13 (3.3%)
45 to 54 Years634 (77.6%)58 (9.1%)
55 to 59 Years143 (54.4%)5 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years153 (49.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years136 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,555 (52.5%)133 (5.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Princeton

According to labor force statistics for Princeton, 71.4% of individuals (2,016) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,824) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 91 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.7% or 472 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.3% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Princeton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School115 (50.7%)26 (11.3%)
High School Diploma698 (65.6%)87 (8.2%)
College / Associate Degree732 (75.0%)28 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher472 (84.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,016 (71.4%)127 (4.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Princeton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Princeton are Management (316 | 13.1%), Community & Social Service (306 | 12.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (221 | 9.2%), Education Instruction & Library (153 | 6.4%), and Legal Services & Support (89 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Princeton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Princeton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (95.5%), and Education, Arts & Media (85.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Princeton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management197 (62.3%)119 (37.7%)
Business & Financial66 (91.7%)6 (8.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 66 (21.6%)240 (78.4%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (14.7%)29 (85.3%)
Legal Services & Support23 (25.8%)66 (74.2%)
Education Instruction & Library23 (15.0%)130 (85.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (4.5%)211 (95.5%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Total (Category)397 (40.8%)576 (59.2%)
Total (Overall)1,152 (47.8%)1,258 (52.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Princeton are Healthcare Support (133 | 5.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (115 | 4.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (87 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (48 | 2.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (27 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Princeton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Princeton, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (81.2%), and Personal Care & Service (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Healthcare Support (73.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (63.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Princeton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support35 (26.3%)98 (73.7%)
Security & Protection39 (81.2%)9 (18.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement12 (57.1%)9 (42.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)115 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance32 (36.8%)55 (63.2%)
Personal Care & Service17 (70.8%)7 (29.2%)
Total (Category)123 (30.2%)284 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)1,152 (47.8%)1,258 (52.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Princeton are Sales & Related (289 | 12.0%), and Office & Administration (214 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Princeton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Princeton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related66 (22.8%)223 (77.2%)
Office & Administration64 (29.9%)150 (70.1%)
Total (Category)130 (25.8%)373 (74.2%)
Total (Overall)1,152 (47.8%)1,258 (52.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Princeton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (102 | 4.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (64 | 2.7%), and Construction & Extraction (48 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Princeton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Princeton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)214 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,152 (47.8%)1,258 (52.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Princeton are Production (155 | 6.4%), Material Moving (112 | 4.6%), and Transportation (46 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Princeton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Princeton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving87 (77.7%)25 (22.3%)
Total (Category)288 (92.0%)25 (8.0%)
Total (Overall)1,152 (47.8%)1,258 (52.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Princeton

Employment Industries in Princeton

The major employment industries in Princeton include Health Care & Social Assistance (390 | 16.2%), Retail Trade (323 | 13.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (276 | 11.5%), Educational Services (234 | 9.7%), and Manufacturing (172 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Princeton

Employment Industries by Sex in Princeton

The Princeton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (92.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.3%), and Educational Services (82.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Princeton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction166 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing141 (82.0%)31 (18.0%)
Wholesale Trade34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade98 (30.3%)225 (69.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information21 (52.5%)19 (47.5%)
Finance & Insurance34 (75.6%)11 (24.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing6 (7.5%)74 (92.5%)
Professional & Scientific35 (35.3%)64 (64.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support60 (81.1%)14 (18.9%)
Educational Services41 (17.5%)193 (82.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance38 (9.7%)352 (90.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation39 (58.2%)28 (41.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services107 (38.8%)169 (61.2%)
Public Administration81 (65.3%)43 (34.7%)
Total1,152 (47.8%)1,258 (52.2%)

Education in Princeton

School Enrollment in Princeton

The most common levels of schooling among the 940 students in Princeton are elementary school (358 | 38.1%), middle school (173 | 18.4%), and college / undergraduate (163 | 17.3%).
School Enrollment in Princeton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool80.9%
Kindergarten272.9%
Elementary School35838.1%
Middle School17318.4%
High School15916.9%
College / Undergraduate16317.3%
Graduate / Professional525.5%
Total940100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Princeton

Out of a total of 940 students who are enrolled in schools in Princeton, 82 (8.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 858 (91.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Princeton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old364 (98.6%)5 (1.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds181 (96.8%)6 (3.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds115 (87.1%)17 (12.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds34 (56.7%)26 (43.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
35 Years and over34 (75.6%)11 (24.4%)
Total858 (91.3%)82 (8.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Princeton

Education (201 | 20.2%), business (158 | 15.9%), social sciences (149 | 15.0%), psychology (89 | 9.0%), and arts & humanities (78 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 993 individuals in Princeton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Princeton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics393.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences131.3%
Psychology899.0%
Social Sciences14915.0%
Engineering181.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies535.3%
Science & Technology636.3%
Business15815.9%
Education20120.2%
Literature & Languages181.8%
Liberal Arts & History474.7%
Visual & Performing Arts626.2%
Communications50.5%
Arts & Humanities787.9%
Total993100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Princeton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Princeton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Princeton are males with 2 vehicles (408, accounting for 35.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (359, making up 32.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Princeton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle40 (3.5%)27 (2.2%)
1 Vehicle290 (25.2%)611 (49.3%)
2 Vehicles408 (35.4%)359 (29.0%)
3 Vehicles245 (21.3%)93 (7.5%)
4 Vehicles110 (9.6%)115 (9.3%)
5 or more Vehicles58 (5.0%)34 (2.7%)
Total1,151 (100.0%)1,239 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Princeton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Princeton are 5 to 9 minutes (560 commuters, 25.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (355 commuters, 16.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (275 commuters, 12.4%).
Commute Time in Princeton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes25811.7%
5 to 9 Minutes56025.3%
10 to 14 Minutes35516.1%
15 to 19 Minutes26912.2%
20 to 24 Minutes27512.4%
25 to 29 Minutes632.9%
30 to 34 Minutes2089.4%
35 to 39 Minutes311.4%
40 to 44 Minutes271.2%
45 to 59 Minutes351.6%
60 to 89 Minutes813.7%
90 or more Minutes492.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Princeton

The most common commute times in Princeton are 20 to 24 minutes (198 commuters, 18.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (367 commuters, 31.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Princeton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes98 (9.3%)160 (13.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes193 (18.4%)367 (31.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes125 (11.9%)230 (19.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes152 (14.5%)117 (10.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes198 (18.9%)77 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes58 (5.5%)5 (0.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes91 (8.7%)117 (10.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)31 (2.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes9 (0.9%)18 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes14 (1.3%)21 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes75 (7.2%)6 (0.5%)
90 or more Minutes35 (3.3%)14 (1.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Princeton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Princeton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (187, 17.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (222, 19.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Princeton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM100 (9.5%)6 (0.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (0.7%)94 (8.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM80 (7.6%)47 (4.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM135 (12.9%)47 (4.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM187 (17.8%)57 (4.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM108 (10.3%)170 (14.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM178 (17.0%)222 (19.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM44 (4.2%)141 (12.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM55 (5.2%)82 (7.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM47 (4.5%)28 (2.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)43 (3.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM20 (1.9%)8 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM83 (7.9%)123 (10.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4 (0.4%)95 (8.2%)
Total1,048 (100.0%)1,163 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Princeton

Occupancy by Ownership in Princeton

Of the total 2,680 dwellings in Princeton, owner-occupied units account for 1,415 (52.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,265 (47.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Princeton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,41552.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,26547.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,680100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Princeton

Occupancy by Household Size in Princeton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,02138.1%
2-Person Household88333.0%
3-Person Household39114.6%
4+ Person Household38514.4%
Total Housing Units2,680100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Princeton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Princeton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household415 (40.6%)606 (59.4%)
2-Person Household584 (66.1%)299 (33.9%)
3-Person Household157 (40.2%)234 (59.9%)
4+ Person Household259 (67.3%)126 (32.7%)
Total Housing Units1,415 (52.8%)1,265 (47.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Princeton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Princeton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School82 (32.2%)173 (67.8%)
High School Diploma590 (63.1%)345 (36.9%)
College/Associate Degree355 (39.9%)534 (60.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher388 (64.6%)213 (35.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Princeton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Princeton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years58922.0%
35 to 44 Years40215.0%
45 to 54 Years41115.3%
55 to 64 Years31611.8%
65 to 74 Years50118.7%
75 to 84 Years1766.6%
85 Years and Over28510.6%
Total2,680100.0%

Housing Finances in Princeton

Median Income by Occupancy in Princeton

Median Income by Occupancy in Princeton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,415 (52.8%)$49,788
Renter-Occupied1,265 (47.2%)$36,978
Average2,680 (100.0%)$41,782

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Princeton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Princeton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (1.3%)54 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $9,99934 (2.4%)29 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99961 (4.3%)115 (9.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99979 (5.6%)119 (9.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999174 (12.3%)145 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999170 (12.0%)108 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999177 (12.5%)351 (27.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999237 (16.8%)163 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999292 (20.6%)96 (7.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999109 (7.7%)60 (4.7%)
$150,000 or more64 (4.5%)25 (2.0%)
Total1,415 (100.0%)1,265 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Princeton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Princeton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300323 (22.8%)35 (2.8%)
$300 to $499436 (30.8%)95 (7.5%)
$500 to $799246 (17.4%)477 (37.7%)
$800 to $999141 (10.0%)325 (25.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499247 (17.5%)157 (12.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99922 (1.5%)37 (2.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,415 (100.0%)1,265 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Princeton

Housing Structures in Princeton

Housing Structures in Princeton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,72964.5%
Single Unit, Attached1074.0%
2 Unit Apartments1866.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1585.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1927.2%
10 or more Apartments1756.5%
Mobile Home / Other1335.0%
Total2,680100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Princeton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Princeton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,315 (76.1%)414 (23.9%)
Single Unit, Attached36 (33.6%)71 (66.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)186 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)158 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)192 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)175 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other64 (48.1%)69 (51.9%)
Total1,415 (52.8%)1,265 (47.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Princeton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Princeton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)43 (3.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms4 (0.3%)244 (19.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms371 (26.2%)723 (57.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms700 (49.5%)190 (15.0%)
8 or more Rooms340 (24.0%)65 (5.1%)
Total1,415 (100.0%)1,265 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Princeton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Princeton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas728 (51.4%)324 (25.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas42 (3.0%)54 (4.3%)
Electricity639 (45.2%)875 (69.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (0.4%)12 (0.9%)
Total1,415 (100.0%)1,265 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Princeton

Household Vehicle Usage in Princeton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle51 (3.6%)234 (18.5%)
1 Vehicle582 (41.1%)755 (59.7%)
2 Vehicles430 (30.4%)237 (18.7%)
3 or more Vehicles352 (24.9%)39 (3.1%)
Total1,415 (100.0%)1,265 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Princeton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Princeton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units951464
Median Property Value$152,600$89,600
Median Household Income$46,161$22
Monthly Housing Costs$394$0
Real Estate Taxes$601$30

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Princeton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Princeton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000130 (13.7%)75 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999212 (22.3%)186 (40.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999589 (61.9%)182 (39.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99920 (2.1%)21 (4.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total951 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Princeton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Princeton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00030 (3.2%)16 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999281 (29.5%)22 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999106 (11.2%)33 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999104 (10.9%)64 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999150 (15.8%)73 (15.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999191 (20.1%)87 (18.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (4.9%)101 (21.8%)
$150,000 or more42 (4.4%)62 (13.4%)
Total951 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Princeton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Princeton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x340 (35.7%)57,429 (12,376.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x228 (24.0%)273 (58.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x40 (4.2%)77 (16.6%)
4.0x or more343 (36.1%)48 (10.3%)
Total951 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Princeton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Princeton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800690 (72.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499145 (15.2%)293 (63.1%)
$800 to $1,49962 (6.5%)111 (23.9%)
Total951 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Princeton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Princeton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Princeton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years312 (89.4%)37 (10.6%)
6 to 18 Years744 (98.8%)9 (1.2%)
19 to 25 Years387 (82.3%)83 (17.7%)
26 to 34 Years705 (85.3%)122 (14.7%)
35 to 44 Years525 (93.4%)37 (6.6%)
45 to 54 Years786 (96.2%)31 (3.8%)
55 to 64 Years539 (94.1%)34 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years840 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older630 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,468 (93.9%)353 (6.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Princeton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Princeton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born312 (89.4%)37 (10.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen744 (98.8%)9 (1.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen387 (82.3%)83 (17.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Princeton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Princeton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,348 (94.9%)73 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,522 (97.1%)45 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999940 (90.6%)97 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999903 (95.0%)48 (5.1%)
$100,000 and over750 (89.3%)90 (10.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Princeton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Princeton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6185 (53.0%)127 (36.4%)
6 to 18 Years369 (49.0%)375 (49.8%)
19 to 25 Years97 (20.6%)290 (61.7%)
25 to 34 Years336 (40.6%)376 (45.5%)
35 to 44 Years240 (42.7%)285 (50.7%)
45 to 54 Years201 (24.6%)658 (80.5%)
55 to 64 Years259 (45.2%)339 (59.2%)
65 to 74 Years824 (98.1%)387 (46.1%)
75 Years and over630 (100.0%)410 (65.1%)
Total3,141 (54.0%)3,247 (55.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Princeton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Princeton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years115 (25.9%)13 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years45 (7.3%)11 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years140 (16.2%)250 (23.0%)
65 to 74 Years171 (39.5%)226 (55.5%)
75 Years and over209 (58.5%)157 (57.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Princeton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Princeton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years16 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)83 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years52 (12.0%)55 (13.5%)
75 Years and over55 (15.4%)60 (22.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Princeton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.7%)28 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years46 (10.6%)18 (4.4%)
75 Years and over98 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Princeton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years90 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (4.7%)11 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years59 (6.8%)119 (11.0%)
65 to 74 Years60 (13.9%)20 (4.9%)
75 Years and over104 (29.1%)79 (28.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Princeton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years85 (9.8%)125 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years72 (16.6%)183 (45.0%)
75 Years and over190 (53.2%)137 (50.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Princeton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years35 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (3.3%)15 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years10 (2.3%)74 (18.2%)
75 Years and over154 (43.1%)90 (33.0%)

Technology Access in Princeton

Computing Device Access in Princeton

Computing Device Access in Princeton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,78566.6%
Smartphone2,14680.1%
Tablet1,32149.3%
No Computing Device2208.2%
Total2,680100.0%

Internet Access in Princeton

Internet Access in Princeton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet60.2%
Broadband Home1,77666.3%
Cellular Data Only40315.0%
Satellite Internet1244.6%
No Internet44416.6%
Total2,680100.0%

Princeton Summary

Princeton, West Virginia is a small city located in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia. It is the county seat of Mercer County and is located in the southern part of the state. The city has a population of 6,432 as of the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Princeton was first settled in 1745 by William Bailey and his family. The town was originally known as Baileytown, but was later renamed Princeton in 1837 after the Revolutionary War hero General Hugh Mercer. The town was officially incorporated in 1838.
During the Civil War, Princeton was a major supply center for the Confederate Army. The town was the site of several skirmishes and battles, including the Battle of Princeton in 1864. After the war, the town began to grow and prosper. The railroad arrived in 1873, and the town was connected to the rest of the state by the West Virginia Central and Pittsburgh Railway.

Geography

Princeton is located in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia. It is situated in the southern part of the state, about 50 miles south of Charleston. The city is located in the Bluestone River Valley, and is surrounded by mountains and hills. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.

Economy

The economy of Princeton is largely based on the coal industry. The city is home to several coal mines, and the coal industry is the largest employer in the area. Other industries in the area include manufacturing, retail, and tourism.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Princeton was 6,432. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.4% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Princeton?
Total Population of Princeton is 5,833.
What is the Total Male Population of Princeton?
Total Male Population of Princeton is 2,880.
What is the Total Female Population of Princeton?
Total Female Population of Princeton is 2,953.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Princeton?
There are 97.53 Males per 100 Females in Princeton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Princeton?
There are 102.53 Females per 100 Males in Princeton.
What is the Median Population Age in Princeton?
Median Population Age in Princeton is 44.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Princeton
Average Family Size in Princeton is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Princeton
Average Household Size in Princeton is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Princeton?
Per Capita income in Princeton is $24,735.
What is the Median Family Income in Princeton?
Median Family Income in Princeton is $51,646.
What is the Median Household income in Princeton?
Median Household Income in Princeton is $41,782.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Princeton?
Income or Wage Gap in Princeton is 38.4%.
Women in Princeton earn 61.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Princeton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Princeton is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Princeton?
There are 2,555 People in the Labor Forcein in Princeton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Princeton?
52.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Princeton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Princeton?
Unemployment Rate in Princeton is 5.2%.