Princeton Meadows, NJ Utility & Living Guide

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Princeton Meadows, NJ Utility & Living Guide

Princeton Meadows is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Plainsboro Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 14,776.

Last updated: June 29, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1662/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$584,500
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

PSE&G
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

PSE&G
💧 Water

$45/mo

New Jersey American Water
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Middlesex County Improvement Authority
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1662/mo
2 Bedrooms$1847/mo
3 Bedrooms$2308/mo
Median Home Price$584,500
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Princeton Meadows is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years due to its proximity to Princeton.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6.625% + County 0% + City 0.875%</p>

New Jersey has a graduated state income tax ranging from 1.4% to 10.75%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in education, healthcare, and retail
Top Local Concerns
Property taxes, school funding, traffic congestion
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited but stroller-friendly sidewalks are common in residential areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Princeton Meadows Park
  • 🎯
    Plainsboro Public Library
  • 🎯
    Community Park Pool

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The areas near Princeton Meadows Park are highly sought after for families due to their proximity to schools and parks. Quiet cul-de-sacs with larger lots are also popular.

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📊 Princeton Meadows — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$120,758
👤 Median Age
34.9
🏠 Homeownership Rate
40.7%
🔑 Renter Rate
59.3%
📉 Poverty Rate
3.3%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.3%
📡 Internet Access
98.2%
🎓 College Educated
67.7%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Electricity costs peak in summer due to air conditioning use, while gas bills rise in winter for heating. Water usage increases slightly in summer for lawn care.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by township within Middlesex County, with Princeton Meadows paying average rates.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10 with explanation: good sidewalk coverage, multiple parks, but limited elevator access in older buildings

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