Median Income
$83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$316,700
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Trenton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population534
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$30,779
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$9,088M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$316,700
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$443,292
Health
Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation4,463 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Libraries8
Is Trenton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Trenton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Trenton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Trenton is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Trenton is $316,700, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% 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 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 49.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Trenton has a population of 534 with a density of 65 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 (94.8%), with 1.1% Black.
Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
The median household income in Trenton is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,000 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,779 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,005 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,613 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,556 |
| County GDP | $9,088M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 212 |
| Healthcare | 504 |
| Retail | 477 |
| Manufacturing | 218 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,350 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.0% |
The median home value in Trenton is $316,700, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $443,292.
Home Values
| Census Median | $316,700 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $443,292 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $233 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $650 |
| 44% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,350 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.06% |
In Trenton, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Trenton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.3% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.0% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,132/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 504 |
Crime Rates: Trenton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Trenton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,463 ft (1,360 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9139°N, 111.9358°W |
| County FIPS | 49005 |