| City: | Princeton, New Jersey |
| Names to Avoid: | Princeton University |
| County: | Mercer County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:26:21 PM |
| Population: | 4,349 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 609 / 640 |
| Classification: | Unique [Company/Government] |
| Coordinates: | 40.3448, -74.6567 |
| Land Area: | 0.166 sq mi |
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Princeton University, founded in 1746 as the College of New Jersey, operates under dedicated ZIP code 08544 from its historic campus in Princeton, Mercer County. As the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States and one of the Ivy League's eight members, Princeton consistently ranks among the world's top universities. The 600-acre campus features iconic landmarks including Nassau Hall, the university's oldest building, and the Firestone Library.
The 2020 Census recorded 4,349 residents with a median age of 20.7 years, reflecting the predominantly student population. Nearly all residents (4,303) live in group quarters, primarily dormitories. Census Business Patterns data indicates 15 establishments and 11,357 employees. Postal records show 192 delivery codes routing to 38 named buildings across campus.
The ZIP includes major academic departments housed in buildings such as Fine Hall (mathematics), Jadwin Hall (physics), and Robertson Hall (public policy). The university's endowment is among the largest in the country. Princeton is the valid mailing city.
| Population: | 4,349 |
| Median Age: | 20.7 |
| Housing Units: | 14 |
| Establishments: | 15 |
| Employment: | 11,357 |
| Residential: | 4 |
| Business: | 0 |
Buildings registered in the USPS ZIP+4 database with designated codes for direct mail delivery.
ZIP Code 08544 has 4,349 residents and 5 households (average 9.20 persons per household). The median age is 20.7 years, significantly younger than the state (39.9) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.8% male and 49.2% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.6%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (53.1%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (27.5%, much higher than the state average of 10.2% and well above the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.0%, which is much lower than the state average (21.6%), and Asian share is much higher than both the state (10.2%) and national averages (6.0%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 4,349Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 4,392Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 36Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 26,198.8 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 5Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 9.20Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 8.40Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4,251 | 4,504 | 4,548 | 4,392 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4,349 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 20.7
Male Median Age: 20.8
Female Median Age: 20.6
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 4 | 0 | 1 | 655 | 1,512 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 3 | 0 | 1 | 756 | 1,355 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1,411 | 2,867 | 42 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 2,310 | 52.14% |
| Black: | 380 | 8.58% |
| Hispanic:* | 433 | 9.77% |
| Asian: | 1,198 | 27.04% |
| American Indian: | 5 | 0.11% |
| Hawaiian: | 3 | 0.07% |
| Other: | 101 | 2.28% |
| Total: | 4,430 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 2,208 | 50.77% | 20.8 years |
| Females: | 2,141 | 49.23% | 20.6 years |
| Total: | 4,349 | 100% | 20.7 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 3,246 | 73.91% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 134 | 3.05% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 235 | 5.35% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 777 | 23.04% |
| Total Population: | 4,392 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 3,380 | 76.96% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 1,012 | 23.04% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($78,538), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $49,186 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $49,186 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 50.9%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 8.1%, which is considerably above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (59.3%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $49,186 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $40,208 | $40,938 | $0 |
| Employed: | 2,044 | 46.62% |
| Unemployed: | 180 | 4.11% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 2,160 | 49.27% |
| Total: | 4,384 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 1,213 | 59.34% |
| Service: | 300 | 14.68% |
| Sales and Office: | 445 | 21.77% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 16 | 0.78% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 70 | 3.42% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 2,044 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,348), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 12 | 100.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 12 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 12 | 100.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 12 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 12 | 100.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 12 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 12 | 100.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 12 | 100% |
In 2024, 90.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 3.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 89.20%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 10.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 12 | 3.02% |
| Some college, no degree: | 9 | 2.26% |
| Associate's degree: | 16 | 4.02% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 166 | 41.71% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 195 | 48.99% |
| Total: | 398 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 398 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 361 | 90.70% |
| Private Insurance: | 3,910 | 86.52% |
| Public Insurance: | 467 | 10.33% |
| No Insurance: | 142 | 3.14% |
| Total: | 4,519 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 4,377 | 96.86% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 4,368 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 4,368 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 08544 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 15 business establishments, employing about 11,979 people with an annual payroll of $911,266,000. USPS data shows 4 residential mailboxes and 0 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 4Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 4Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 4Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 15Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $209,021,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $911,266,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 11,979Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 08544 is located in Mercer County, New Jersey, within the Trenton-Princeton, NJ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 45940) and New Jersey's 12nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 366,513 people, about 1.19% of whom live in ZIP Code 08544. It covers 0.166 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Trenton-Princeton, NJSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 45940Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 366,513Source: Census |
| MSA: | New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, NY-NJ-CT-PASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.166 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 12Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 412.23 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Trenton, NJ PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 3460900Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Princeton; New JerseySource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 08544 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.