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Trenton, TX

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Trenton is a small town in Texas with a population of 675. Residents earn $53,810 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
675 Population 361/sq mi density
$53,810 Median Income $29,839 per capita
$154,500 Home Value $308,498 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,810 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,500 home value, $821/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,810
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,500
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density361/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,810
Per Capita$29,839
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$1,542M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,500
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,498
Housing Units312
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured14.5%
Smoking15.0%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation731 ft (223 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute33 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries3

Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. 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 $53,810, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trenton is $154,500, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Trenton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Trenton has a population of 675 with a density of 361 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

675
Total Population
361
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Trenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trenton is $53,810, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Trenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,810
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,839
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$66,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)635
County GDP$1,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Trenton is $154,500, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,500
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,498
Median List Price$353,937

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$353,937
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.4%
Price Drops31.6%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units312
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Trenton, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.6%
Uninsured14.5%
69% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,224
Dentists1:4,125
Mental Health1:963
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death10,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities45
Trenton has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation731 ft (223 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density361/sq mi
Coordinates33.4263°N, 96.3446°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.4-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density361/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants39
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

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