Median Income
$91,667
22% higher than US avg
Home Value
$300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Trego Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population856
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A+
Median Income$91,667
Per Capita$31,982
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$536,306
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation3,605 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute28 min
Libraries5
Is Trego a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Trego receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Trego stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Trego is $91,667, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Trego is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Trego has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Trego has a population of 856 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
The median household income in Trego is $91,667, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $91,667 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,982 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,122 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,813 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,994 |
| County GDP | $7,210M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 450 |
| Healthcare | 459 |
| Retail | 491 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.4% |
The median home value in Trego is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $536,306.
Home Values
| Census Median | $300,000 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $536,306 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $875 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.79% |
In Trego, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Trego vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 65.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,948/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 459 |
Crime Rates: Trego vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
Safety Score
Trego has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.1 inches |
| 60% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,605 ft (1,099 m) |
| Area | 53.9 sq mi (139.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.6527°N, 114.9280°W |
| County FIPS | 30029 |