Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Trenton

Affordability

Trenton is a majority-renter city, with 62% of households renting, a median household income of $52,537 per year, and a median gross rent of $1,294 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). The 3,043 HUD-assisted and income-restricted units across 25 properties in the city provide an important resource for renters seeking housing within their budget.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Trenton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,025 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

When evaluating a specific property, HUD inspection scores can offer a useful signal about how well a building is managed and maintained. Of the 23 scored properties in Trenton, 19 received an excellent score.

Getting Around Trenton

The area around assisted properties in Trenton scores a 62 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability, a 46 (Some Transit) for public transit, and a 70 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations in this city.

Schools

Trenton is served by 37 schools across 10 districts, including 17 elementary, 9 middle, and 10 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Trenton, NJ

The median household income in Trenton is $52,537 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. Affordable and income-based housing in the city can be a critical resource for renters working within that budget.

The citywide median rent is $1,294 per month, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. Rent at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties is typically capped based on your household income, which can mean meaningful savings compared to market-rate units.

• Median household income: $52,537/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,294/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 62% of occupied units in Trenton (Census ACS 5-Year)

Trenton has a large renter majority, with 62% of occupied housing units renter-occupied. The 3,043 income-restricted units across 25 HUD-assisted properties in the city represent an important share of options for cost-burdened renters.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 25 assisted properties in Trenton have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.