What are the schools like in Trenton, NC?

Trenton is served primarily by Jones County Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.0:1.

What is the median household income in Trenton?

The median household income in Trenton, NC is $45,417 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

What is the weather like in Trenton, NC?

Trenton has an average high temperature of 54.3°F in January and 89.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.5 inches.

Trenton, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Trenton, NC affordable or expensive?

Trenton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Trenton is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $131,300 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Trenton, NC?

Crime rate data for Trenton is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Trenton, NC a Good Place to Live?

Trenton is a small town of 161 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $45,417 and a 2.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Trenton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Trenton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Trenton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.9

Trenton's overall cost of living index is 89.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Trenton costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Trenton, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$131,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$45,417	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Trenton is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Trenton is served primarily by Jones County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Trenton, NC	National Avg
School District	Jones County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	77.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Trenton sees average highs of 54.3°F in January and 89.9°F in July, with 55.9 inches of annual precipitation and 2.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Trenton, NC
Average High — January	54.3°F
Average High — July	89.9°F
Annual Precipitation	55.9"
Annual Snowfall	2.5"

Demographics

Metric	Trenton, NC	National Avg
Population	161	—
Median Age	44.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	30.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	8.1%	22.2%
65 and over	20.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pollocksville, NC 8 mi Cove City, NC 9 mi Dover, NC 11 mi River Bend, NC 12 mi Maysville, NC 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Trenton

Trenton, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28585

Trenton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trenton, NC affordable or expensive?

Trenton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Trenton roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $131,300 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Trenton, NC?

Crime data for Trenton is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Trenton?

Public schools in Trenton are operated by Jones County Schools. The district has 4 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1. 25.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Trenton, NC a good place to live?

Trenton, NC has a population of 161, a median household income of $45,417, and an unemployment rate of 2.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Trenton?

Trenton averages 54.3°F in January and 89.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.9 inches with about 2.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Trenton?

Trenton, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28585.

What is the population of Trenton?

The population of Trenton, North Carolina is 161 with a median age of 44.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Trenton?

Key numbers for living in Trenton: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $131,300, median household income $45,417, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Trenton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.