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Princeton, IL is a small city with a population of 7,750 people located in the state of Illinois. This bustling city with a population density of 921 people per square mile offers plenty for its residents to do and see. Local businesses offer numerous opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment such as movie theaters, bowling alleys, and local restaurants. Year-round outdoor activities include golfing at the local golf course, walking trails around town and nearby parks or lakes offering fishing and kayaking. Organizations such as the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce are also popular in the area, offering events like art shows and festivals throughout the year. For those looking to watch or participate in sports there are numerous sporting events held throughout the year that feature teams from the Princeton area including baseball tournaments, basketball games, and football teams.

The population in Princeton is 7,750. There are 964 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Princeton is 48.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Princeton is 2.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Princeton
- 51.1% are married
- 14.8% are divorced
- 23.5% are married with children
- 20.7% have children, but are single
Race in Princeton

- 91.3% are White
- 0.4% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 7.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

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