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Princeton · Zip code

08540 zip code

About 49,499 residents in Princeton, New Jersey, over 51.7 square miles.

Residents

49,499

Median age 40.1

Median household income

$169,898

8% below Princeton

Median home value

$723,400

30% below Princeton

Median rent

$2,083/mo

15% below Princeton

Homeownership

63%

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08540 vs Princeton and the US
  • 08540$169,898
  • Princeton$184,113
  • United States$78,538

Median household income

Local places in 08540

Restaurant

The Meeting House

Restaurant · 277 Witherspoon St

The Meeting House in Princeton serves simple American cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients. Its bar features a seasonal cocktail menu, locally brewed beers, and a curated list of new- and old-world wines.…

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Metro North

Restaurant · 378 Alexander St

Metro North serves Italian entrees, seafood and grilled meats, with indoor and outdoor dining. The restaurant also has a bar area and a private party room.

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Elite Five Sushi & Grill

Restaurant · 277 Witherspoon St

Elite Five Sushi & Grill is a restaurant on 277 Witherspoon St in Princeton.

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Shimla Catering & Dalhousie Banquet

Restaurant · 100 Independence Way Ste K

Shimla Catering & Dalhousie Banquet is a restaurant on 100 Independence Way Ste K in Princeton.

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The Dinky Bar & Kitchen

Restaurant · 94 University Pl

The Dinky Bar & Kitchen is a restaurant on 94 University Pl in Princeton.

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Tommy's Tavern + Tap

Restaurant · 3535 Brunswick Pike Ste 370

Tommy's Tavern + Tap is a restaurant on 3535 Brunswick Pike Ste 370 in Princeton.

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The Mauryas

Restaurant · 115 Main St

The Mauryas blends traditional Indian cuisine with a modern, health-focused approach, prioritizing exceptional presentation and nutritional value in its elevated Indian dishes. Traditional Indian cuisine meets modern…

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Nomad Pizza Princeton

Restaurant · 301 North Harrison Street

Nomad Pizza Princeton is a pizza restaurant located in Princeton, New Jersey. It offers wood-fired brick oven pizza made with locally grown organic produce and all natural meats when available. The restaurant's menu…

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Rickys Asian Fusion

Restaurant · 1225 State Rd 206 UNIT 12

Rickys Asian Fusion is a restaurant on 1225 State Rd 206 UNIT 12 in Princeton.

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Tortuga’s Mexican Village

Restaurant · 41 Leigh Avenue

Tortuga’s Mexican Village is a restaurant on 41 Leigh Avenue in Princeton.

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Pastiamo Pasta bar and Cafe’

Restaurant · 301 North Harrison Street

Pastiamo Pasta bar and Cafe’ is a restaurant on 301 North Harrison Street in Princeton.

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Blaze Princeton

Restaurant · 4355 US-1

Blaze Princeton is a restaurant on 4355 US-1 in Princeton.

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Campus Club

Restaurant · 5 Prospect Ave

Campus Club is a restaurant on 5 Prospect Ave in Princeton.

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The Coffee Club

Restaurant · 5 Prospect Ave

The Coffee Club is a restaurant on 5 Prospect Ave in Princeton.

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Cap & Gown Club

Restaurant · 61 Prospect Ave

The Cap & Gown Club, founded in 1891, has a long history as one of Princeton University's oldest eating clubs, with its current clubhouse at 61 Prospect Avenue completed in 1908. Membership is available, and a weekly…

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China Chen

Restaurant · 110 Rockingham Row

China Chen is a restaurant on 110 Rockingham Row in Princeton.

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Ming's Garden

Restaurant · 4437 NJ-27

Ming's Garden is a restaurant on 4437 NJ-27 in Princeton.

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Roots

Restaurant · 3495 US-1

Roots is a restaurant on 3495 US-1 in Princeton.

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Godavari Princeton

Restaurant · 465 Nassau Park Blvd

Godavari Princeton is a restaurant on 465 Nassau Park Blvd in Princeton.

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Prince Tea House

Restaurant · 4437 NJ-27

Prince Tea House is a restaurant on 4437 NJ-27 in Princeton.

Schools in 08540

Other Princeton zip codes

Questions

What city is zip code 08540?

08540 is in Princeton, New Jersey. About 34% of its land area is inside the city; the rest covers neighboring areas.

How many people live in 08540?

About 49,499 residents in 18,037 households, over 51.7 square miles.

What is the median income in 08540?

$169,898 per household, 8% below the Princeton median.

What schools are in 08540?

Community Park School, Johnson Park School, Littlebrook School, Princeton Charter School, Riverside School, Princeton Middle School and 4 more.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Areas, 2023 Gazetteer and ACS 2019–2023. Places are from this guide’s directory, schools from NCES and libraries from IMLS.

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