Princeton city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Princeton city, Kentucky Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.7x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Princeton city, Kentucky has a total population of 6,242, the 76th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $51,875, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Princeton city Quick Facts

Population 6,242

Median Household Income $51,875

Median Home Value $89,700

Poverty Rate 13.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 41.2 years

Homeownership Rate 56.9%

Affordability Ratio 1.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.3%

High School Graduation Rate 85.3%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 6,242 76th of 552

Median Income $51,875 average

Poverty Rate 13.7% 10% higher national

Median Home Value $89,700 bottom 20%

How Princeton city Compares

Median Household Income

Princeton city

$51,875

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Princeton city

$89,700

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.6%

$25K-$50K 20.1%

$50K-$100K 23.0%

$100K+ 27.3%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

51.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.9%

Renter 43.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.5%

18-34

18.9%

35-54

22.9%

55-74

23.4%

75+

9.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Princeton city Rankings in Kentucky

#76 Population of 552

#279 Median Income of 552

#245 Education of 552

#416 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Princeton city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cynthiana city	6,412	$49,817	$154,700	13.7%	26.0%
Highland Heights city	6,531	$52,437	$148,600	40.2%	18.5%
Leitchfield city	6,434	$47,168	$156,700	10.9%	22.3%
Central City city	5,736	$49,025	$140,700	9.6%	24.7%
Wilmore city	6,031	$64,245	$210,700	45.3%	11.8%

Population Overview

Princeton city is a small city located in Kentucky. The total population is 6,242. It ranks as the 76th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Princeton city is 41.2 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Princeton city is $51,875. This is 17% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 34% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $89,700. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Princeton city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Princeton city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.4%.

Education

19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Princeton city, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Princeton city, Kentucky?

Princeton city, Kentucky has a population of 6,242 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Princeton city, KY?

The median household income in Princeton city is $51,875, which is 34% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Princeton city, KY?

The poverty rate in Princeton city is 13.7%. This means approximately 837 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Princeton city, Kentucky?

Princeton city's population is 83.4% White, 9.4% Black, 2.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Princeton city, KY?

The median home value in Princeton city is $89,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.

How educated is Princeton city, Kentucky?

19.3% of adults (25+) in Princeton city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.