Living in Denton, TX

Denton is the 161st-largest city in the US, home to about 169,000 people in 2025. It is growing fast: up 21.1% since 2020. Prices across the metro area run close to the national average (103.1 on an index where the US is 100).

Population, 2025

169,431+21.1% since 2020

Median home value

$348,2004.6 years of median income

Median rent

$1,420/morent plus utilities

Household income

$76,019median, per year

Price level

103.1US average = 100

January / July highs

56° / 96°lows 32° / 73°

Average commute

24 min14% work from home

State income tax

Noneon wages

Cost of living in Denton

The median home in Denton is worth $348,200 and the median household earns $76,019 a year, so a typical home costs about 4.6 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,420 a month, about 22% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area at 103.1, with housing at 117.9 and goods at 102.8 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $77,300 here. Texas has no state income tax on wages. The average combined state and local sales tax in Texas is 8.2%.

All items103.1

Housing117.9

Goods102.8

Utilities90.7

Other services99.7

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Denton weather

Average highs run from 56°F in January to 96°F in July, and January nights average 32°F. It gets 36 inches of rain and melted snow a year, with almost no snow. Expect about 104 days a year at 90°F or hotter. The most comfortable months are March to April and October to November.

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People and work

The median resident is 31.4 years old, and 42% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 50% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 24 minutes; 14% of workers work from home.

Median age

31.446th youngest of 546

Bachelor's or higher

42%adults 25+

Homeowners

50%of households

People per sq mile

1,74896.9 sq mi of land

Take transit to work

1%4% walk, 0.7% bike

Unemployment

5.1%2020-2024 average

Poverty rate

15.8%of residents

Typical home built

1997median year

Who moves to Denton, and where people go

From farther away, newcomers most often come from Houston (Harris County), Los Angeles (Los Angeles County) and Austin (Travis County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to Houston (Harris County), Austin (Travis County) and Round Rock (Williamson County). See the map and full lists

IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.

Natural hazards, home prices and air quality

FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.

Parks and sights near Denton

The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.

• Globe Life Field 32 miles
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• Dallas Museum of Art Museum 35 miles
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• Tarrant County College District 34 miles
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• University of North Texas 2 miles
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• The University of Texas at Arlington 34 miles
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• Collin County Community College District 28 miles
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• The University of Texas at Dallas 27 miles
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• George W. Bush Presidential Center Museum 32 miles
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• Texas Woman's University in Denton
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• Six Flags Over Texas Theme park 32 miles
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• Southern Methodist University 32 miles
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• North Central Texas College 28 miles
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Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.

Airports near Denton

Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.

Colleges in and near Denton

US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.

Frost dates and fall color in Denton

Half the years, the last spring night at 32°F comes before March 24, so plant tender crops after that date or wait a week or two to be safer. Fall color depends on the trees, but the US Department of Agriculture says the brightest leaves come with warm, sunny days and cool nights, and that frost ruins vivid color. Here, cool 36°F nights usually start around October 30 and the first frost comes around November 7.

NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for Denton Municipal Airport, TX, median (50%) dates. All frost dates for Denton.

Wildfire smoke in Denton

From 2021 through 2025, a smoke plume covered Denton on about 150 days a year, including about 21 days of medium or heavy smoke. Smoke high overhead can turn sunsets red without reaching the ground, so check the air quality reading before you change plans.

NOAA Hazard Mapping System smoke analysis, daily satellite plumes over the city center, 2021 to 2025. Smoke days for every city.

Home internet in Denton

Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020-2024, table B28002, 56,664 households. Compare every city.

Public schools in Denton

Downtown Denton is in this district. Neighborhoods farther out may belong to a different one, so check the address with the district before you buy or rent.

Other districts within 10 miles: Lewisville Independent School District (47,876 students), Northwest Independent School District (32,098 students), Little Elm Independent School District (8,036 students), Argyle Independent School District (6,166 students), Aubrey Independent School District (4,480 students), Lake Dallas Independent School District (3,717 students).

National Center for Education Statistics, school district boundaries and characteristics, 2024-25 school year.

Denton's twin cities

Cities at least 250 miles away with the closest match to Denton's weather month by month and its costs (price level, home values and rent).

• Redding, CA76% matchCompare
• Fresno, CA72% matchCompare
• South Fulton, GA70% matchCompare
• North Charleston, SC70% matchCompare

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Stargazing near Denton

The nearest certified International Dark Sky Places:

• Copper Breaks State Park International Dark Sky Park 164 miles
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• Horseshoe Bay International Dark Sky Community 199 miles
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• Enchanted Rock State Natural Area International Dark Sky Park 212 miles
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Designations by DarkSky International as recorded in Wikidata (CC0). All dark sky places.

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Pros and cons of living in Denton

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Pros

• Data Texas has no state income tax on wages.
• Data The city is growing fast (+21.1% since 2020), a sign of jobs and new housing.

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Cons

• Data Summers are long and hot: about 104 days a year reach 90°F.
• Data Air quality is a concern: 45 days in 2025 were unhealthy at least for sensitive groups (EPA).

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Denton ranks 71st of 77 in our best suburbs of Dallas ranking.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Denton a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. The numbers show a growing population, no state income tax on wages; the trade-offs are 104 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Compare Denton side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.

What is the population of Denton?

The Census Bureau estimates Denton had 169,431 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 139,898 in April 2020 (+21.1%).

How much do you need to earn to live in Denton?

Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $77,300 in the Denton area. The median household here earns $76,019.

When is the best time to visit Denton?

By the 1991-2020 climate normals, March to April and October to November are the most comfortable months. July averages 96°F and January 56°F for daytime highs.

What county is Denton in?

Denton is in Denton County, Texas. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.

What time zone is Denton in?

Denton is on Central Time (UTC-6, or UTC-5 during daylight saving time from March to November).

What is the elevation of Denton?

About 659 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.

Does Texas have a state income tax?

No. Texas does not tax wage income.

Sources

Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of Denton. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Denton Municipal Airport, TX station; snowfall from Grapevine Dam, TX. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.