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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $99,531 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,000 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,759 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $108,171 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,228 |
| County GDP | $7,473M |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 101 |
| Retail | 139 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,989 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.97% |
| Commute Time | 16.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
| Census Median | $202,600 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $639 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 11.9% |
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,989 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.97% |
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,180/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 14.8 inches |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,937 ft (590 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 442/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.0699°N, 103.8432°W |
| County FIPS | 38105 |
Winner: Republican by 68.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.3% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.74 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 442/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 70.9% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Retail Stores | 139 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 16.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |