Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.6%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Trenton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population37

Median AgeN/A

Density80/mi²

Male / Female32% / 68%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$33,337

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$911M

Health

Obesity35.6%

Uninsured6.6%

Smoking15.4%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation715 ft (218 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+67.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%

CommuteN/A

Broadband25.0%

Libraries2

Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Trenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Trenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Trenton has a population of 37 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.4%

Female 67.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Trenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trenton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Trenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,337
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,030
IRS Avg AGI	$67,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	795
County GDP	$911M

Business (County)

Restaurants	45
Healthcare	49
Retail	85
Manufacturing	27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,429
	55% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%

Walkability

In Trenton, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Trenton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.6%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	7.5%
Heart Disease	3.7%
High Blood Pressure	25.9%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	5.5%
Stroke	2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.5%
Physical Inactivity	19.5%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	10.3%
Short Sleep	34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.6%
	23% below US avg
Checkup Rate	66.0%
Dental Visits	61.7%
Premature Death	9,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	61.6%
Healthcare Facilities	49

Trenton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.3°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.9 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	715 ft (218 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	80/sq mi
Coordinates	41.0660°N, 91.6395°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19101

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.8-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%

D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	67.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	80/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	25.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	49
Restaurants	45
Retail Stores	85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%

Trenton, IA

How Trenton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

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Economy

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Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Trenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Trenton vs U.S. Average

Income: Trenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Trenton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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