New Trenton, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

New Trenton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 329. Residents earn $36,924 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
329 Population 715/sq mi density
$36,924 Median Income $41,581 per capita
$157,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,924 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$157,700 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

329
Total Population
715
People / sq mi
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.3%
Female 68.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Trenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare139
Retail146
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone59.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Trenton is $157,700, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
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

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities139

Crime Rates: New Trenton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation754 ft (230 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density715/sq mi
Coordinates39.3090°N, 84.8970°W
County FIPS18029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+79.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density715/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants81
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone59.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.9%

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