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Trenton, MO


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Trenton, Missouri

Trenton, Missouri, in Grundy county, is 68 miles E of St. Joseph, Missouri (center to center) and 85 miles NE of Kansas City, Missouri. The city contains a population of approximately 6,216.

The People and Families of Trenton

In Trenton, about 54% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Trenton, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Trenton boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Trenton had a median family income of $33,317. If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Trenton.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Trenton favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $400. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Trenton Housing

Trenton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 66% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Trenton, 91% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Trenton can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Trenton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyTrenton Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Trenton Short Commute Times
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Trenton Affordability of Property Taxes
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 11%Trenton Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Trenton, MO

Comparing Trenton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Female Share of the Population108
Age of the Population109
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Racial Diversity26
Well-Paid Single Men24
Male Share of the Population13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married55
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults36
People Above Poverty34
People in Middle Class or Better24
Median Family Income24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home99
Walking and Biking to Work89
Public Transportation Use58

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents108
Affordability of Property Taxes106
People Living Alone109
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
Housing Recently Built44
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