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Trenton, SC
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Trenton, SC
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 $52,986 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,706. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 459 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Trenton is $153,100 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $236,358. Median rent is $792/month, with 36.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Trenton reports 85 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,147/100K.
Education
36.5% of adults in Trenton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Trenton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.