Trenton, NE

Nebraska

Trenton is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 468. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
468 Population 807/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $26,384 per capita
$67,600 Home Value $122,714 Zillow
$633 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,600 home value, $633/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,600
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density807/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$26,384
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$182M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,600
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,714

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation2,673 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Trenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trenton is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trenton is $67,600, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Trenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Trenton has a population of 468 with a density of 807 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

468
Total Population
807
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trenton is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Trenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,384
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$53,859

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$182M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare4
Retail9
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Trenton is $67,600, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,714.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,600
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,714

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.3%

Property Tax

In Trenton, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death7,455/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.2/10
Exercise Access24.8%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Trenton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,673 ft (815 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density807/sq mi
Coordinates40.1747°N, 101.0136°W
County FIPS31087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.6%
D 10.6%

Winner: Republican by 78 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density807/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants3
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home2.7%

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