Investor-grade market analytics for Trenton-Princeton, New Jersey. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$445,082
+0.2% year-over-year
6.8%
gross annual
+0.2%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+0.2% year-over-year
70/100
HighNet migration: Bottom 3% nationally
In-migrants avg $102,133 AGI vs out-migrants $104,991
Opportunity Zone Market
6 ZIP codes in Trenton-Princeton are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Trenton-Princeton, NJ is in a stabilization phase with 0.2% year-over-year appreciation, suggesting cooling demand and a shift toward balanced conditions. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.62x, below the national average of 4.8x. Net negative migration (-1,336 returns/year) is reducing housing demand pressure. Climate risk is elevated (70/100), which may impact insurance costs and long-term property values. Rental yield of 6.78% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Trenton-Princeton, NJ's primary climate exposure is wind storms (90/100). The composite climate risk score of 70/100 (High) indicates overall risk which may increase insurance premiums and impact property values over time. Buyers should consider climate-related insurance costs and potential future regulatory changes.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.