Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Trenton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,061. Residents earn $37,329 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Trenton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Trenton is $37,329, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Trenton is $156,100, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Trenton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,421 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Trenton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 86.7% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 13.3% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,329 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,641 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,898 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.0% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $650M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,417 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.19% |
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $156,100 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $233,253 |
| Census Median Rent | $702 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,417 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.19% |
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,895/100K |
| Exercise Access | 62.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,421.0/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 266.4/100K |
| Theft | 976.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 177.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 60.2 inches |
| 59% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 739 ft (225 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 640/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8741°N, 85.5097°W |
| County FIPS | 13083 |
Winner: Republican by 66.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.7% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 640/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |