2025 Compare Cities Commuting:
Princeton, NJ vs Buffalo Grove, IL

Change Cities
Highlights
- The average commute for residents of Buffalo Grove is 4.4% longer than it is for residents of Princeton.
- 26.1% fewer residents of Buffalo Grove work from home compared to residents of Princeton.
 Princeton, NJBuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Commute Time  Unlock3027
 space
 Commute Mode
 Princeton, NJBuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Auto (alone)37.0%  Unlock73.2%
 Carpool  Unlock4.9%8.6%
 Mass Transit8.4%  Unlock4.2%
 Bicycle  Unlock0.0%0.5%
 Walk20.3%  Unlock2.5%
 Work at Home  Unlock19.2%9.7%
 space1
 Commute Time To Work
 Princeton, NJBuffalo Grove, ILUnited States
 Commute Less Than 5 min.4.1%  Unlock2.9%
 Commute 6 to 9 min.  Unlock4.5%9.5%
 Commute 10 to 14 min.17.2%  Unlock13.2%
 Commute 15 to 19 min.  Unlock15.1%15.2%
 Commute 20 to 24 min.13.7%  Unlock14.3%
 Commute 25 to 29 min.  Unlock7.1%6.7%
 Commute 30 to 34 min.5.7%  Unlock13.7%
 Commute 35 to 39 min.  Unlock4.2%3.1%
 Commute 40 to 44 min.3.3%  Unlock4.0%
 Commute 45 to 59 min.  Unlock8.9%8.2%
 Commute 60 to 89 min.3.6%  Unlock6.2%
 Commute greater than 90 min.  Unlock3.6%2.9%
Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

   |    Reply

Over 16 years ago

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

   |    Reply

You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Princeton

Reviews for Buffalo Grove    7 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Numerous forest preserve areas with walking paths and places to play sports (baseball, soccer, football). Close driving distance to Lake Michigan and several  More

   |    Reply

nice town to raise a  More

   |    Reply

Over 17 years ago

No place is perfect however BG is at or near the top especially in schooling and crime prevention. Numerous parks and biking paths. A great place to raise a family safe  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Buffalo Grove


Premium Subscription
Includes Cost of Living compares for child care, utilities, transportation, health, taxes, housing for home owners vs renters, weather, insurance premiums and so much more.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.