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Trenton, NC
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Trenton, NC
At a Glance
How Trenton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Trenton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Trenton residents earn a median household income of $36,667 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,930. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 212 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Trenton is $140,300 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,770. Median rent is $986/month, with 32.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Trenton reports 292 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 585/100K.
Education
23.1% of adults in Trenton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Trenton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.