What are the schools like in Trenton, NE?

Trenton is served primarily by HITCHCOCK CO SCH SYSTEM. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.3:1.

What is the median household income in Trenton?

The median household income in Trenton, NE is $42,813 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.

What is the weather like in Trenton, NE?

Trenton has an average high temperature of 41.5°F in January and 90.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Trenton, NE affordable or expensive?

Trenton's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Trenton is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $60,900 and the median rent is $613 per month.

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

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

Is Trenton, NE a Good Place to Live?

Trenton is a small town of 442 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $42,813 and a 1.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

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

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: 83.9

Trenton's overall cost of living index is 83.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Trenton costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Trenton, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$60,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$613	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,813	$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 HITCHCOCK CO SCH SYSTEM. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Trenton, NE	National Avg
School District	HITCHCOCK CO SCH SYSTEM	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Trenton sees average highs of 41.5°F in January and 90.9°F in July, with 20.3 inches of annual precipitation and 21.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Trenton, NE
Average High — January	41.5°F
Average High — July	90.9°F
Annual Precipitation	20.3"
Annual Snowfall	21.8"

Demographics

Metric	Trenton, NE	National Avg
Population	442	—
Median Age	47.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.7%	22.2%
65 and over	29.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Culbertson, NE 10 mi Stratton, NE 11 mi Palisade, NE 13 mi Hamlet, NE 19 mi McCook, NE 21 mi

ZIP Codes in Trenton

Trenton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69044

Trenton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trenton, NE affordable or expensive?

Trenton's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Trenton roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $60,900 and median rent is $613/month.

What is the crime rate in Trenton, NE?

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 HITCHCOCK CO SCH SYSTEM. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1. 14.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Trenton, NE a good place to live?

Trenton, NE has a population of 442, a median household income of $42,813, and an unemployment rate of 1.6%. 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 41.5°F in January and 90.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 20.3 inches with about 21.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Trenton?

Trenton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69044.

What is the population of Trenton?

The population of Trenton, Nebraska is 442 with a median age of 47.0. 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 84 (100 = US average), median home $60,900, median household income $42,813, 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.