Trent, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Trent, Oregon had a total population of 407, the 304th largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 46.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (46.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Trent Quick Facts
How Trent 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 | 413 | 407 | -1.5% |
How Trent Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Trent Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Lane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene | 179,591 | $66,562 | 19.0% | $460,400 |
| Springfield | 61,499 | $68,761 | 14.9% | $358,700 |
| Cottage Grove | 10,698 | $80,875 | 10.7% | $346,600 |
| Santa Clara | 10,551 | $88,344 | 8.9% | $415,100 |
| Florence | 9,482 | $53,333 | 10.3% | $358,300 |
| River Road | 8,862 | $81,589 | 14.5% | $397,800 |
| Junction City | 6,947 | $85,595 | 9.5% | $421,900 |
| Creswell | 5,621 | $100,385 | 4.3% | $435,500 |
| Veneta | 5,200 | $66,890 | 8.6% | $385,200 |
| Oakridge | 3,184 | $40,297 | 23.9% | $240,200 |
Cities Similar to Trent
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcola | 407 | $97,778 | $338,800 | 17.6% | 11.6% |
| Wimer | 421 | $43,558 | $329,100 | 7.5% | 3.3% |
| Moro | 392 | $79,688 | $245,300 | 11.8% | 12.5% |
| Mehama | 425 | N/A | $366,700 | 9.6% | 23.8% |
| Oregon Shores | 428 | $69,688 | N/A | 48.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 407, Trent's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Trent is a small community located in Oregon, within Lane County. The total population is 407. It ranks as the 304th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Trent is 51.7 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 12.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 46.2%. This is 287% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Trent, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 33.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% lower than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Trent has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.9%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.
Education
23.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.6%. Notably, 16.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Trent, Oregon 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 Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. 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, Oregon?
Trent, Oregon has a population of 407 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Trent, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Trent — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Trent, OR?
The poverty rate in Trent is 46.2%. This means approximately 188 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Trent, Oregon?
Trent's population is 93.1% White, 0.0% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Trent, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Trent — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Trent, Oregon?
23.7% of adults (25+) in Trent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.