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Trenton, NJ
Trenton · Mercer County · NJ 08608
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$180K
Median Price
93/100
Walk Score
6.9/10
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Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
FSafety
18/100
C+Schools
69/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
93/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
Trenton’s walkability is great and rents are low, but the area has high crime rates, low median income, and many vacancies. It’s only worth a look if you’re already working nearby and can tolerate a rough neighborhood.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent walkability (Walk Score 93)
- ✓Strong public transit (Transit Score 68)
- ✓Low rent at $1,024/month
- ✓Proximity to Amazon shipping center and other job opportunities
Real Talk
- !High violent and property crime rates
- !Low median household income and high unemployment
- !Limited quality schools and services
- !Population density is low, but many vacant units
- !Limited nightlife and dining options
- $Potential higher security and insurance costs
- $Possible need for personal transportation due to crime
- $Frequent maintenance on older housing stock
Best For
Job seekers in low-cost housingTransit-dependent commutersBudget-conscious rentersIndividuals who enjoy urban walkability
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Trenton, NJ
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Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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