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Information on Princeton, Mercer County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Princeton, located in the state of West Virginia, Mercer County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Princeton, Mercer County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Princeton City HALL, Mercer County

Princeton City Hall's address	Princeton Princeton Municipal Building 100 COURTHOUSE ROAD PRINCETON WV 24740 United States
Phone number of Princeton City Hall	Not available
Princeton, WV email	Not available
Princeton official website	cityofprinceton.org
Mayor of Princeton
Mercer County, West Virginia: Vital Records	Princeton vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your West Virginia birth certificate online

Common questions about Princeton

What county is Princeton WV in?

Princeton, WV is located in Mercer County

Where is Princeton, West Virginia ?

Princeton lies in Mercer County in the southeastern part of West Virginia, United States. It is situated near the Virginia border and serves as the county seat. The town is located along U.S. Route 460 and is about 15 miles northeast of Bluefield, another significant city in the region.

What is the cost of living in Princeton WV ?

The cost of living in Princeton, West Virginia (Mercer County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $130,000 for homes, with monthly rent around $800. Transportation expenses are reasonable, typically around $1,000 annually. Groceries are also low, with monthly costs averaging about $300, making it an economical place to live.

Princeton administrative division

Country	United States
State	West Virginia
County	Mercer - other counties in West Virginia

Princeton building department, WV

If you're planning a construction project in Princeton, WV, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial first step. To request this authorization, you'll need to contact the Building Inspection Department, located at the municipal offices. It's advisable to reach out directly to their office to gather detailed information regarding the associated fees and the time it typically takes to process applications. By doing so, you can ensure a smooth start to your project and adhere to local regulations.

If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Princeton's town hall or Mercer County authorities directly.

Demography of Princeton

Name of Princeton inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	6 347 inhabitants	21 / 3 908
Population density in Princeton	2 083,5 pop/sq mi (804,4 pop/km²)

Air quality

Princeton Air Quality Today	70 (Moderate)

List of Passport Facilities in Princeton, WV

Where to apply for a passport in Princeton, WV? There are 1 passport offices in Princeton, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
PRINCETON POST OFFICE	1000 MERCER STREET	3044253075

Top 3 most popular banks in Princeton

There are 9 bank branches in Princeton.
First Community Bank is the most popular bank in Princeton with 2 branch offices, followed by New Peoples Bank, Inc. with 2 branch offices and then Summit Community Bank, Inc with 2 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Princeton:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
First Community Bank	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
New Peoples Bank, Inc.	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Summit Community Bank, Inc	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Branch Banking and Trust Company	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
City National Bank of West Virginia	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
MCNB Bank and Trust Co.	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Princeton administrative numbers

Princeton City code	5465692
Princeton City postcode	24740

Toponymy and translation of Princeton

Japanese: プリンストン	Korean: 프린스턴	Russian: Принстон
Chinese: 普林斯顿

Transportation modes in Princeton

Airport	Mercer County Airport 7.9 miles New River Valley Airport 28 miles Raleigh County Memorial Airport 29 miles

Princeton territory

Princeton area	3,05 sq mi (7,89 km²)
Princeton altitude	2 431 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 37.3688 Longitude: -81.0962 Latitude: 37° 22' 8'' North Longitude: 81° 5' 46'' West
Time zone	UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Princeton	Princeton, Illinois, États-Unis Princeton, Indiana, États-Unis Princeton, Iowa, États-Unis Princeton, Kansas, États-Unis Princeton, Kentucky, États-Unis Princeton, Maine, États-Unis Princeton, Massachusetts, États-Unis Princeton, Minnesota, États-Unis Princeton, Missouri, États-Unis Princeton, North Carolina, États-Unis Princeton, Texas, États-Unis Princeton, Wisconsin, États-Unis Princeton, British Columbia, Canada
Natural parks	Princeton isn't part of a natural park

What is Princeton close to?

Nearby cities include: Athens, Oakvale, Matoaka and Bluefield

Matoaka	Athens	Athens
Matoaka		Athens
Bluefield	Oakvale	Oakvale

Athens 5.8 miles	Oakvale 7.2 miles	Matoaka 8.7 miles
Bluefield 9.7 miles	Bramwell 12.1 miles	Bluefield 13.5 miles
Glen Lyn 13.5 miles	Pocahontas 14.2 miles	Rich Creek 15.2 miles
Narrows 16 miles	Peterstown 16.7 miles	Bland 18.5 miles
Northfork 18.5 miles	Anawalt 19.1 miles	Keystone 19.5 miles
Rhodell 20.2 miles	Pearisburg 20.5 miles	Mullens 21.7 miles
Kimball 23 miles	Gary 24.2 miles	Hinton 24.2 miles

Distance between Princeton and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 2096 miles	Houston : 975 miles	Philadelphia : 370 miles
Phoenix : 1758 miles	San Antonio : 1143 miles	San Diego : 2052 miles
Dallas : 940 miles	San Jose : 2222 miles	Jacksonville : 488 miles
Indianapolis : 320 miles	San Francisco : 2281 miles	Austin : 1073 miles
Columbus : 208 miles	Fort Worth : 972 miles	Charlotte : 150 miles closest
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Princeton, WV

Elementary schools in Princeton

Glenwood School (K-8)

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 720

Melrose Elementary School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 296

Mercer County Early Learning Center

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 344

Mercer Elementary

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : 3, Highest grade : 5
Students : 325

Oakvale School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 140

Princeton Primary School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 2
Students : 565

Straley Elementary School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : 3, Highest grade : 5
Students : 180

Middle schools in Princeton

Pikeview Middle School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 526

Princeton Middle School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 518

High schools in Princeton

Pikeview High School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 711

Princeton Senior High School

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1018

Alternative schools in Princeton

Mercer County Technical Education Center

District of Mercer County Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12

Private schools in Princeton

Mercer Christian Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 178