Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Trenton is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 4,175. Residents earn $50,645 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Trenton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Trenton is $50,645, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Trenton is $130,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $816 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,438 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,170 per 100,000, 113% above the national average.
16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Trenton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,645 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,134 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $942 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,493 |
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.7% |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,122 |
| County GDP | $2,017M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 100 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,023 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.31% |
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $130,900 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $158,519 |
| Median List Price | $136,950 |
| Median List Price | $136,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $130 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.8% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 21 |
| Census Median Rent | $816 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 38.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,023 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.31% |
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,993/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 100 |
| Total Violent | 1,437.8/100K |
| 278% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 47.9/100K |
| Robbery | 71.9/100K |
| Assault | 1,318.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,169.7/100K |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 599.1/100K |
| Theft | 3,498.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 71.9/100K |
| Arson | 24.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 352 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 519/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9732°N, 88.9452°W |
| County FIPS | 47053 |
Winner: Republican by 52 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 519/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 100 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |