Median Income $83,125

11% higher than US avg

Home Value $108,300

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.0%

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.4%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.5%

64% lower than US avg

How Denton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population129

Median Age56.9 yrs

Density860/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+

Median Income$83,125

Per Capita$47,833

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty4.5%

County GDP$352M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$108,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units64

Health

Obesity37.4%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking15.7%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain36.8 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,081 ft (329 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.0%

High School+99.1%

Graduate+3.4%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%

Commute24 min

Broadband62.0%

Libraries4

Is Denton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Denton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denton is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denton is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Denton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Denton has a population of 129 with a density of 860 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

129

Total Population

860

People / sq mi

56.9yrs

Median Age

46% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%

Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Denton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.6%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.4%
	90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Denton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denton is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Denton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$83,125
	11% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$47,833
Avg Weekly Wage	$971
IRS Avg AGI	$67,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.5%
	64% below US avg
Establishments (County)	234
County GDP	$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8
Healthcare	18
Retail	16
Manufacturing	12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.2 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Denton is $108,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$108,300
	62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$702
1 Bedroom	$753
2 Bedrooms	$947
3 Bedrooms	$1,223
4 Bedrooms	$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	96.8%
Housing Units	64
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.12%

In Denton, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Denton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.4%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	24.6%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.3%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.6%
Dental Visits	65.8%
Premature Death	6,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	22.1%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Denton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.8 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,081 ft (329 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	860/sq mi
Coordinates	39.7319°N, 95.2695°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20043

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.6-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%

D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.0%
	32% below US avg
High School+	99.1%
Graduate Degree+	3.4%
School Test Score	5.80

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	860/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	8
Retail Stores	16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.2 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.3%

Denton, KS

How Denton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Denton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Denton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Denton vs U.S. Average

Income: Denton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Denton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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