Plainsboro, NJ
A diverse, planned community with exceptional schools and corporate presence
Plainsboro
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About Plainsboro
Plainsboro Township offers residents a carefully planned suburban community with a strong focus on education, open space, and quality of life. Home to major corporations, world-class healthcare at Princeton Medical Center, and diverse housing options, this Middlesex County township combines residential charm with economic opportunity. With over 60% of adult residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher, Plainsboro is known for its highly educated population and excellent schools. The township features extensive parkland, including the 1,000-acre Plainsboro Preserve, while providing easy access to Princeton, Routes 1 and 130, and the Northeast Corridor rail line.
City Highlights
- •Exceptional public schools in the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
- •Home to major corporate campuses and research facilities
- •Diverse international community with residents from around the world
- •Princeton Medical Center, a state-of-the-art healthcare facility
- •Expansive Plainsboro Preserve offering hiking trails and nature programs
Living in Plainsboro
- •Plainsboro was incorporated as a township in 1919, having previously been part of South Brunswick and Cranbury Townships.
- •Originally farmland, Plainsboro underwent significant transformation beginning in the 1970s with the development of planned communities and corporate campuses, evolving into the diverse suburban community it is today.
- •One of New Jersey's most diverse communities, with a large Asian population (particularly Indian and Chinese) and residents from throughout the world, creating a multicultural environment with a strong international character.
- •The 1,000-acre Plainsboro Preserve is home to New Jersey's largest privately-owned body of water, the 50-acre McCormack Lake, and features numerous wildlife species including bald eagles.
Housing Market
Plainsboro offers a wide variety of housing options, from luxury apartments and townhomes to single-family homes in various styles and price points. Many neighborhoods feature community amenities such as pools, tennis courts, and walking trails.
Job Market
Plainsboro boasts a strong local job market with major corporate campuses along the Route 1 corridor, as well as convenient access to employment centers in Princeton, New Brunswick, and the greater New York and Philadelphia metropolitan areas.
Demographics
Plainsboro has an average household size of 2.63 people and a median age of 38.5 years. About 28% of households have children.
Plainsboro Market Analytics
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Market Overview
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Lifestyle in Plainsboro
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Lifestyle & Demographics
Median Income
$115K
Families with Kids
28%
Population
24K
Avg Household Size
2.63
Who lives in Plainsboro?
Single-Male Families
Single-Female Families
Couple Families
Age & Gender Distribution
Median Age
38.5
Age Distribution
Gender Distribution
Female
51%
Male
49%
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Schools in Plainsboro
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Neighborhoods in Plainsboro
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Plainsboro Village/Town Center
Mixed-use development featuring apartments, townhomes, and retail spaces in a walkable setting, with the library, recrea...
Princeton Landing
Upscale townhome and condominium community with extensive amenities including pools, tennis courts, and a community cent...
Ravens Crest
Large apartment and townhome community offering various floorplans, with amenities including pool, fitness center, and c...
Hunters Glen
Established residential development featuring single-family homes on generous lots, with tree-lined streets and a suburb...
Princeton Meadows
Large planned community with a mix of apartments, townhomes, and condominiums, featuring extensive recreational amenitie...
Amenities in Plainsboro
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Dining
- •Plainsboro Village Center restaurants
- •Shilin Chinese Restaurant
- •Bagel Street Café
- •Hunan Dynasty
- •Mikonos Mediterranean Restaurant
- •Princeton restaurants (nearby)
- •MarketFair Mall dining (nearby)
Shopping
- •Plainsboro Village Center
- •Princeton Meadows Shopping Center
- •MarketFair Mall (nearby)
- •Quaker Bridge Mall (nearby)
- •Palmer Square in Princeton (nearby)
- •Nassau Park Pavilion (nearby)
Parks & Recreation
- •Plainsboro Preserve
- •Plainsboro Park
- •Morris Davison Park
- •Millstone River Park
- •Schalks Meadow Park
- •Princeton Forrestal Village Trail
Getting Around Plainsboro
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Public Transit
NJ Transit bus service to Princeton and New Brunswick; Princeton Dinky shuttle to Northeast Corridor rail line
Train Stations:
- Princeton Junction station on the Northeast Corridor line is a short drive away
Driving & Commuting
Average Commute Time:
31 minutes minutes