Princeton Meadows, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Princeton Meadows, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Princeton Meadows, New Jersey had a total population of 15,561, the 74th largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $131,213, which is 27% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

79.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.

Princeton Meadows Quick Facts

Population 15,561

Median Household Income $131,213

Median Home Value $665,700

Poverty Rate 5.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.6%

Median Age 34.7 years

Homeownership Rate 37.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 79.5%

High School Graduation Rate 98.5%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 15,561 74th of 700

Median Income $131,213 above average

Poverty Rate 5.1% 59% lower than national

Median Home Value $665,700 top 20%

How Princeton Meadows 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	15,382	15,561	+1.2%
Median household income	$124,065	$131,213	+5.8%
Median home value	$636,300	$665,700	+4.6%

How Princeton Meadows Compares

Median Household Income

Princeton Meadows

$131,213

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Princeton Meadows

$665,700

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 3.7%

$25K-$50K 7.4%

$50K-$100K 22.8%

$100K+ 66.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.2%

$10K-$15K

0.3%

$15K-$20K

0.4%

$20K-$25K

1.9%

$25K-$30K

1.0%

$30K-$35K

1.4%

$35K-$40K

1.1%

$40K-$45K

1.5%

$45K-$50K

2.4%

$50K-$60K

5.1%

$60K-$75K

7.4%

$75K-$100K

10.2%

$100K-$125K

12.5%

$125K-$150K

11.0%

$150K-$200K

14.8%

$200K+

27.8%

Employment

4.6% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

72.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 37.6%

Renter 62.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,010/mo 18.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.1%

18-34

25.3%

35-54

34.2%

55-74

13.4%

75+

1.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Princeton Meadows Rankings in New Jersey

#74 Population of 700

#205 Median Income of 662

#33 Education of 699

#135 Home Value of 678

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Other Cities in Middlesex County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
New Brunswick	56,345	$65,810	32.0%	$353,800
Perth Amboy	55,855	$61,977	20.2%	$370,600
Sayreville	45,838	$99,979	6.2%	$444,100
Old Bridge	28,236	$111,996	6.9%	$485,800
Carteret	25,496	$96,862	8.2%	$405,800
South Plainfield	24,473	$130,239	3.0%	$470,900
Woodbridge	20,756	$104,926	11.1%	$390,000
Iselin	19,551	$109,500	7.9%	$426,800
Colonia	18,587	$122,713	7.4%	$493,100
Avenel	17,121	$101,670	7.9%	$401,000

Cities Similar to Princeton Meadows

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
West Freehold	14,883	$130,800	$529,000	53.1%	4.0%
Edgewater	14,759	$124,050	$715,700	72.7%	7.7%
Moorestown-Lenola	14,625	$138,398	$581,700	64.4%	7.1%
Metuchen	15,144	$158,052	$604,300	67.1%	3.6%
Hopatcong	14,565	$115,758	$340,700	34.6%	4.2%

Population Overview

Princeton Meadows is a small city located in New Jersey, within Middlesex County. The total population is 15,561. It ranks as the 74th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Princeton Meadows is 34.7 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Princeton Meadows is $131,213. This is 27% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 63% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $665,700. Housing costs are 47% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 37.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% lower than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Princeton Meadows is Asian, making up 61.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 23.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (23.0%) is well below the state average of 50.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (61.4% vs 10.1%).

Education

79.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Princeton Meadows in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 82% higher than the state rate of 43.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.5%. Notably, 43.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Princeton Meadows, New Jersey 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 New Jersey state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey. 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 Meadows, New Jersey?

Princeton Meadows, New Jersey has a population of 15,561 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Princeton Meadows, NJ?

The median household income in Princeton Meadows is $131,213, which is 63% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Princeton Meadows, NJ?

The poverty rate in Princeton Meadows is 5.1%. This means approximately 792 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Princeton Meadows, New Jersey?

Princeton Meadows's population is 23.0% White, 7.9% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 61.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Princeton Meadows, NJ?

The median home value in Princeton Meadows is $665,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Princeton Meadows, New Jersey?

79.5% of adults (25+) in Princeton Meadows hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 43.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.