Trent Woods, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Trent Woods, North Carolina Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Trent Woods, North Carolina had a total population of 4,032, the 208th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $107,802, which is 49% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 49% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in North Carolina.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.5% — among the lowest in North Carolina.
65.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in North Carolina.

Trent Woods Quick Facts

Population 4,032

Median Household Income $107,802

Median Home Value $343,100

Poverty Rate 3.5%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 57.8 years

Homeownership Rate 91.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 65.8%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 4/100

Population 4,032 208th of 772

Median Income $107,802 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.5% 72% lower than national

Median Home Value $343,100 top 30%

How Trent Woods Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	4,086	4,032	-1.3%
Median household income	$109,097	$107,802	-1.2%
Median home value	$294,200	$343,100	+16.6%

How Trent Woods Compares

Median Household Income

Trent Woods

$107,802

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Trent Woods

$343,100

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.6%

$25K-$50K 9.7%

$50K-$100K 31.5%

$100K+ 52.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.5%

$10K-$15K

2.6%

$15K-$20K

2.6%

$20K-$25K

0.9%

$25K-$30K

0.5%

$30K-$35K

4.8%

$35K-$40K

2.7%

$40K-$45K

0.9%

$45K-$50K

0.8%

$50K-$60K

4.9%

$60K-$75K

7.2%

$75K-$100K

19.4%

$100K-$125K

11.4%

$125K-$150K

5.2%

$150K-$200K

7.3%

$200K+

28.4%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

51.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.4%

Renter 8.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,385/mo 15.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.7%

18-34

13.4%

35-54

18.6%

55-74

36.9%

75+

15.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Trent Woods Rankings in North Carolina

#208 Population of 772

#66 Median Income of 716

#32 Education of 772

#161 Home Value of 725

Explore North Carolina Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Craven County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
New Bern	32,734	$61,031	17.3%	$240,100
Havelock	17,691	$58,408	14.3%	$207,700
James City	4,789	$58,973	11.7%	$204,400
Brices Creek	3,415	$85,723	3.4%	$338,700
Fairfield Harbour	2,948	$72,583	7.1%	$300,600
River Bend	2,874	$71,824	8.2%	$266,100
Neuse Forest	2,671	$84,500	4.6%	$228,000
Cherry Branch	1,684	$104,432	1.4%	$262,200
Vanceboro	1,030	$34,514	36.8%	$148,400
Cove City	504	$41,522	11.8%	$81,700

Cities Similar to Trent Woods

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Swansboro	3,997	$114,425	$378,700	39.8%	14.1%
Troutman	3,995	$98,462	$398,800	41.4%	6.1%
Forest Oaks	4,293	$107,604	$349,300	46.1%	20.4%
Lowesville	3,874	$113,510	$406,500	21.9%	4.1%
Royal Pines	4,325	$107,885	$400,200	57.1%	1.5%

Population Overview

Trent Woods is a small community located in North Carolina, within Craven County. The total population is 4,032. It ranks as the 208th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Trent Woods is 57.8 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 15.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Trent Woods is $107,802. This is 49% higher than the state median of $72,388. It is also 34% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.5%. This is 73% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $343,100. Housing costs are 19% higher than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 91.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Trent Woods has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.9% vs 60.0%). The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 20.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 11.3%.

Education

65.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Trent Woods in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 85% higher than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.8%. Notably, 31.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Trent Woods, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Trent Woods, North Carolina?

Trent Woods, North Carolina has a population of 4,032 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Trent Woods, NC?

The median household income in Trent Woods is $107,802, which is 34% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Trent Woods, NC?

The poverty rate in Trent Woods is 3.5%. This means approximately 142 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Trent Woods, North Carolina?

Trent Woods's population is 97.9% White, 0.1% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Trent Woods, NC?

The median home value in Trent Woods is $343,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Trent Woods, North Carolina?

65.8% of adults (25+) in Trent Woods hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 31.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.