Trenton, ND

North Dakota

Trenton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 464. Residents earn $99,531 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
464 Population 442/sq mi density
$99,531 Median Income $40,000 per capita
$202,600 Home Value
$639 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$99,531 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,600 home value, $639/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,531
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $202,600
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $639
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population464
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,531
Per Capita$40,000
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$7,473M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,600
Rent$639
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden11.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Elevation1,937 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute17 min
Broadband70.9%
Libraries3

Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Trenton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trenton is $99,531, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Trenton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trenton is $202,600, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Trenton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches, including 39.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Trenton has a population of 464 with a density of 442 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.9%), with 41.4% Hispanic.

Population

464
Total Population
442
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Trenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trenton is $99,531, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Trenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,531
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,759
IRS Avg AGI$108,171

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,228
County GDP$7,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare101
Retail139
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,989
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Trenton is $202,600, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,600
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$639
45% below US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,989
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Trenton, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death8,180/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Trenton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall39.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,937 ft (590 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates48.0699°N, 103.8432°W
County FIPS38105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.1-point margin. 70.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.2%

Winner: Republican by 68.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants133
Retail Stores139

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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