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Princeton, KY

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Population
6,168
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
483 ft
Median Home Value
$96,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$762/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$47,411
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Princeton in context.

OverallBest places in KentuckyPopulation rankingHighest population places in KentuckyNearest larger communityMadisonville, Kentucky27 miles away · 19,428 residents.

About Princeton

Princeton is a home rule-class city and the county seat of Caldwell County, Kentucky, situated in the western part of the state. Featuring the historic Adsmore Museum, the Champion-Shepherdson House, and the annual Black Patch Festival, the community of approximately 6,241 is served by the Caldwell County School District locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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