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Elements Restaurant in Princeton NJ Part 1 - Crazy Plates & Tasting Menu
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Relocation guide
Moving to Princeton
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
30,451
Median age 27.5
Median household income
$184,113
Median rent
$2,448/mo
Median home value
$1,040,400
Schools
12
2 districts
Summer high / winter low
86° / 24°
Pros
- Household incomes run 134% above the US median ($184,113).
- Rent takes only about 16% of the median household income.
- Mild weather in May, September, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 31 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 243% more than the US median ($1,040,400).
- Cold winters: January lows average 24°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Princeton?
Princeton spans 3 zip codes. Median home values range from $723,400 to $754,800 by zip.
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Life in Princeton
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Best college sandwich comes from Hoagie Haven in Princeton, NJ.
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Is Princeton a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 134% above the US median ($184,113). Rent takes only about 16% of the median household income. On the other hand: Homes cost 243% more than the US median ($1,040,400). Cold winters: January lows average 24°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Princeton?
The median household earns $184,113. Rent at the median ($2,448/month) is about 16% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $97,920 a year.
How many schools are in Princeton?
12 public and private schools across 2 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Princeton?
Highs average 86°F in July and lows 24°F in January. The most comfortable months are May, September, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.