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Introduction to Princeton, New Jersey
Princeton, New Jersey, in Mercer county, is 10 miles NE of Trenton, New Jersey and 37 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is located in the Trenton metropolitan area. Princeton has a population of 14,203.
Princeton History
Initially, Princeton was a part of the township of Montgomery in Somerset County, and the township of West Windsor in Middlesex County. It was incorporated on April 9, 1838. Princeton is the academic home to many renowned scientists such as Albert Einstein and Kurt Gödel.
Princeton and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Princeton
There are many historical sites in Princeton where you can spend your leisure hours. The town has art galleries, museums and antique shops. In addition, Princeton organizes several recreational programs and events throughout the year.
Princeton Transportation
Air transportation is available from Trenton Mercer Airport.
Princeton Higher Education
Opportunities for higher education are provided at Princeton University, Mercer County Community College, Rider University, The College of New Jersey, Thomas Edison State College and many other colleges and universities.
Princeton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | ![]() |
Comparing Princeton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
Ratings range from
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| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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Westland (Home of Grover Cleveland) c1903.
John C. Green School of Science (Princeton University) c1903.
Library (Princeton University) between 1900 and 1906
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