Princeton, Nebraska facts for kids
Princeton is a small, quiet community located in Lancaster County, Nebraska, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county government.
Quick facts for kids
Princeton, Nebraska
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 Princeton, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
Princeton, Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Lancaster |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.29 sq mi (0.75 km2) |
| • Land | 0.29 sq mi (0.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,431 ft (436 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 51 |
| • Density | 175.86/sq mi (67.80/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68404
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-40395 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2806916 |
Princeton's Early Days
Princeton was officially started in the year 1886. It is believed that the community was named after Princeton, New Jersey.
A post office was opened in Princeton during the same year, 1886. This post office served the community for many years. It finally closed down in 1959.
People of Princeton
Princeton is also known as the birthplace of Leon Francis Riley Sr. He was the father of famous basketball coach Pat Riley. Leon Riley Sr. played baseball in the minor leagues for many years.
Population and Demographics
The word "demographics" refers to facts about a population, like how many people live there. According to the 2020 United States Census, Princeton had a population of 51 people.
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| 2020 | 51 | — | |
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