Princeton Population 2026
Princeton has a population of 29,603, making it the #1573 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 297× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,603
Rank in United States
#1573
Coordinates
40.35°N, 74.66°W
~62 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
260 km
161 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Princeton
- Mercerville-Hamilton Square26,419 people · ~13 km away
- Hillsborough38,303 people · ~15 km away
- Ewing36,559 people · ~15 km away
- Trenton89,620 people · ~16 km away
- Somerset22,083 people · ~22 km away
- East Brunswick48,495 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Princeton?
Princeton has a population of 29,603 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1573 biggest city in United States.
What state is Princeton in?
Princeton is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Princeton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 260 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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