Median Income
$36,924
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$157,700
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How New Trenton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population329
Median Age69.0 yrs
Density715/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,924
Per Capita$41,581
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$157,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation754 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+79.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6
Is New Trenton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Trenton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New Trenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Trenton is $36,924, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Trenton is $157,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
New Trenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
New Trenton has a population of 329 with a density of 715 people per square mile. The median age is 69.0 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Trenton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.4% |
| 45% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Trenton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Trenton is $36,924, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: New Trenton vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,924 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,581 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,449 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,198 |
| County GDP | $2,601M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,239 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 40.9% |
The median home value in New Trenton is $157,700, 44% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $157,700 |
| 44% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,239 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.05% |
In New Trenton, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Trenton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,671/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
Crime Rates: New Trenton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
New Trenton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 754 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 715/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3090°N, 84.8970°W |
| County FIPS | 18029 |