Crime Safety Grade

B

Princeton, NJ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 97% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Princeton Safe?

With an overall crime index of 32, Princeton has a 68% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 490. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Princeton Courtside Estates earning an A+ grade while Greater Kingston rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Princeton
32
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
32
68% below average
Violent Crime
51
49% below average
Property Crime
31
69% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Princeton

1 in 490

Property crime: 1 in 806

Where Is It Safe in Princeton?

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Princeton Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 20% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 74% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 30 ▼ 70%
Assault Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Robbery Violent 44 ▼ 56%
Burglary Property 39 ▼ 61%
Larceny / Theft Property 26 ▼ 74%
Vehicle Theft Property 27 ▼ 73%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Princeton Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Princeton Courtside Estates A+ 24
2 Princeton Manor A+ 24
3 Princeton Walk A+ 26
4 Greater Kingston A- 41
5 Kingston Village A- 47

Princeton Crime by Zip Code

08540
A Index: 50
08542
A- Index: 114

Princeton Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
31,161
Median Income
$146,127
Home Value
$863,085
Median Rent
$1,704
Home Ownership
56%

Racial Demographics

White
57.5%
Black
6.3%
Hispanic
8.9%
Asian
29.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Princeton?
Princeton has an overall crime index of 32, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Princeton are rated A or B for safety.
Is Princeton safe to live in?
Princeton has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Princeton?
The safest neighborhoods in Princeton based on crime data include Princeton Courtside Estates, Princeton Manor, Princeton Walk, Greater Kingston, and Kingston Village. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Princeton crime compare to the national average?
Princeton's overall crime index is 32 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 68% lower than the typical US city.

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