Princeton, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Princeton, Missouri had a total population of 1,352, the 331st largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $58,558, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Princeton Quick Facts
How Princeton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,434 | 1,352 | -5.7% |
| Median household income | $55,066 | $58,558 | +6.3% |
| Median home value | $69,200 | $78,000 | +12.7% |
How Princeton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Princeton Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Mercer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer | 325 | $39,028 | 6.2% | $63,800 |
| Ravanna | 68 | $21,563 | 0.0% | N/A |
| South Lineville | 16 | $66,042 | 31.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Princeton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 1,333 | $58,250 | $141,800 | 21.0% | 11.0% |
| Gerald | 1,368 | $61,458 | $150,800 | 16.2% | 14.5% |
| Lakeshire | 1,396 | $62,115 | $258,700 | 29.2% | 9.9% |
| Advance | 1,450 | $59,688 | $127,500 | 15.1% | 14.0% |
| La Plata | 1,351 | $50,000 | $105,800 | 14.2% | 9.1% |
Population Overview
Princeton is a small community located in Missouri, within Mercer County. The total population is 1,352. It ranks as the 331st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Princeton is 38.2 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Princeton is $58,558. This is 17% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 43% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Princeton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $78,000. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Princeton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Princeton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.8%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (10.8% vs 5.2%). The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Princeton, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Princeton, Missouri?
Princeton, Missouri has a population of 1,352 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Princeton, MO?
The median household income in Princeton is $58,558, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Princeton, MO?
The poverty rate in Princeton is 18.0%. This means approximately 235 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Princeton, Missouri?
Princeton's population is 82.6% White, 0.4% Black, 10.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Princeton, MO?
The median home value in Princeton is $78,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Princeton, Missouri?
18.6% of adults (25+) in Princeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.