Princeton, Indiana
Princeton: city in Indiana, United States
About
Princeton is a city located in the county of Gibson in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,644 and a population density of 659 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,793 inhabitants.
The city was created 212 years ago in 1813.
Quick Facts about Princeton
| Population | 8,793 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Gibson County |
| Postal code | 47670 |
| Area | 13.11 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.3553,-87.5675 |
| Altitude | 397 feet / 121 meters |
| Capital city | Princeton is capital of Gibson County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1814 (212 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:51:59 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 671 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.69% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 55℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Princeton is located at 38°21'19"N 87°34'3"W (38.3553200, -87.5675200).
Princeton map
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 55, with temperatures rising to around 58 overnight. Southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Princeton increased by 1.69% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,644 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,674 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,650 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,612 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,640 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,630 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,652 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,689 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,701 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,744 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,793 | 0.56% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Princeton
1Toyota Experience Center
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2Severn’s Bridge
Old Indiana State Route 65 North, Princeton, IN 47670, United States View details
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People born in Princeton (14)
People born in Princeton, including psychic The Amazing Criswell, actor, Film director Mack V. Wright, baseball player Dave Campbell, .
More notable people
- Dave Niehaus (American sportscaster) he was born in 19/02/1935
- Gary Denbo (American baseball player) he was born in 09/12/1960
- Hal Mauck (American baseball player) he was born in 06/03/1869
- Michael A. Banks (American writer) he was born in 21/03/1951
- Oscar A. Trippet (United States federal judge) he was born in 06/03/1856
- Thomas Washburne (Indiana politician) he was born in 01/01/1963
- Tanny McDonald (actress (1939–2004)) she was born in 13/02/1939
- Frank Snapp (American illustrator) he was born in 19/03/1876
- Charles Fleming Embree (born 1874; died 1905) he was born in 01/10/1874
- Jackie Young (American basketball player) she was born in 16/09/1997
- Chris Reed he was born in 06/10/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Princeton, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152099 | Oakland City University | Oakland City (IN) | 47660-1099 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Princeton, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVN | Evansville, IN | 119 Northwest 6th Street | BUS |
| MDV | Madisonville, KY | 4765 Hanson Road | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Princeton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Post Office | Princeton (IN) | 47670 |
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Other cities in Gibson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gibson County , IN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Branch | 2,775 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| White River | 2,483 | River in Indiana, United States |
| Oakland City | 2,404 | City in Gibson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Skelton | 1,784 | Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States |
| Haubstadt | 1,720 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| Owensville | 1,356 | Human settlement in Gibson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Patoka | 784 | Township in Gibson County, Indiana |
| Francisco | 558 | Town in Indiana, USA |
| Somerville | 291 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| Hazleton | 267 | Human settlement in Gibson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Johnson | 196 | City in Gibson County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Mackey | 134 | Town in Indiana, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Princeton distances to largest Indiana cities