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Trenton, Michigan, in Wayne county, is 8 miles SE of Taylor, Michigan (center to center) and 14 miles SW of Detroit, Michigan. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Detroit metropolitan area. Trenton contains a population of approximately 19,584.
In Trenton, about 60% of adults are married.
Trenton boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.
In 2000, Trenton had a median family income of $61,891. The typical family in Trenton is better off than most in Michigan. The city has a large middle class.
Political donors in Trenton favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,250. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.
Trenton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 81% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Michigan, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.
In Trenton, 97% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Trenton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):
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| Senior Citizens | | |
| Well-Paid Single Women |  | |
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| Racial Diversity |  | |
| Children Under 5 Years Old |  | |
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| People in Middle Class or Better | | |
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| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
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| Affordability of Property Taxes | | |
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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