Princeton, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Princeton, North Carolina
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Location of Princeton, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Johnston |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.16 sq mi (3.00 km2) |
| • Land | 1.16 sq mi (3.00 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,315 |
| • Density | 1,134.60/sq mi (438.05/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27569
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| Area code(s) | 919 |
| FIPS code | 37-53820 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407161 |
Princeton is a friendly town located in Johnston County, North Carolina, USA. In 2020, about 1,315 people lived here. Every May, the town celebrates Princeton Community Day. This is a fun festival that brings everyone together and shows off town spirit! People in Princeton also vote for their mayor and town council members in elections held every two years.
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History of Princeton
Princeton started as a town called Boon Hill in 1861. It was named after a nearby family's large farm. Later, in 1873, its name was changed to Princeton.
An old building called the Gurley Mill was built in 1914. It was used to grind corn and make animal feed. Sadly, this historic mill, which was the oldest building in Princeton, burned down in November 2020.
The Princeton Graded School is a very important building. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized for its special history and architecture.
Geography of Princeton
Princeton is located in the eastern part of Johnston County. A main road, U.S. Route 70, runs along the northern edge of the town.
- If you travel northwest on U.S. Route 70, you will reach Interstate 95 near Selma in about 9 miles.
- If you go southeast on U.S. Route 70, you will get to Goldsboro in about 11 miles.
The United States Census Bureau says that Princeton covers a total area of about 1.16 square miles (3.00 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
People of Princeton
The number of people living in Princeton has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 248 | — | |
| 1900 | 281 | 13.3% | |
| 1910 | 354 | 26.0% | |
| 1920 | 403 | 13.8% | |
| 1930 | 509 | 26.3% | |
| 1940 | 512 | 0.6% | |
| 1950 | 608 | 18.8% | |
| 1960 | 948 | 55.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,044 | 10.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,034 | −1.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,181 | 14.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,066 | −9.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,194 | 12.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,315 | 10.1% | |
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Princeton's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 1,315 people living in Princeton. These people lived in 497 households, and 246 of these were families.
The people in Princeton come from different backgrounds:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 830 | 63.12% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 319 | 24.26% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.61% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.08% |
| Other/Mixed | 54 | 4.11% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 101 | 7.68% |
Princeton's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, Princeton had 1,194 people. There were 502 households and 320 families living in the town.
- About 28% of households had children under 18 living with them.
- About 41.6% were married couples.
- About 18.5% were households with a female head and no husband.
- About 36.3% were not families.
The average household had 2.38 people, and the average family had 3.00 people.
The population was spread out by age:
- 26% were under 18 years old.
- 8.5% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 24.7% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 23.6% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 17.3% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Princeton was 38.4 years.
Education in Princeton
- Princeton School is a special school. It used to be one of the last "consolidated schools" in North Carolina. This means it taught many different grade levels in one place.
- Now, students from kindergarten to 5th grade go to a new school building that was built in 2008.
- Students from 6th grade through 12th grade still attend classes at the original school location.
See also
In Spanish: Princeton (Carolina del Norte) para niños
