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Denton, MT

Montana · Fergus County

Denton is a small town in Montana with a population of 198. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 279/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $29,886 per capita
$118,800 Home Value $323,914 Zillow
$1,058 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
390 Violent Crime/100K 1,220 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,800 home value, $1,058/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
390 violent crimes/100K (3% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,800
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 390/100K
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,058
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$29,886
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$777M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,800
Rent$1,058
Ownership67.4%
Zillow$323,914
Housing Units162
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

F
Violent390/100K
Property1,220/100K

Health

Obesity29.4%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score6.23

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 23%
Commute14 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries4

Is Denton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Denton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denton is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denton is $118,800, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,058 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 390 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,220 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Denton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Denton has a population of 198 with a density of 279 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.6% female and 44.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 13.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 8.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

198
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Denton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Denton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denton is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,886 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $938, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 580 business establishments, including 37 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Denton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,886
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$65,867
Gini Index0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)580
County GDP$777M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail61
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,536
1% above US avg
Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Denton is $118,800, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,914, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,058 (9% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 162 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $3,536. 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,058
9% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.4%
Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied32.6%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,536
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Denton, 29.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.2% have high blood pressure. 13.2% are current smokers. 23.7% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,162. The dentist ratio is 1:1,060. 70.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep29.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,162
Dentists1:1,060
Mental Health1:346
Checkup Rate68.6%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death8,198/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities47
Denton has a violent crime rate of 390 per 100,000 residents, 3% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,220 per 100,000, 38% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Denton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Denton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent389.8/100K
3% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,220.3/100K
38% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Denton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates47.3222°N, 109.9482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyFergus County County
Nearest AirportGreat Falls International (GTF)
67 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below US avg
Wettest Month (May) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0469 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)1.7 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)5.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score45.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability45.2 / 100
Community Resilience70.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Nov 10, 2000 14 km NE of Townsend, Montana M4.0 149 km
Feb 6, 1999 24 km E of Townsend, Montana M3.9 144 km
Jan 9, 2003 23 km E of Wilsall, Montana M3.7 148 km
Feb 11, 1999 23 km E of Townsend, Montana M3.3 145 km
Dec 5, 1991 15 km WSW of Hays, Montana M3.0 106 km
Jul 15, 2006 Western Montana M3.0 138 km
Jan 1, 2025 28 km ENE of Helena Valley Northeast, Montana M2.9 139 km
Sep 20, 2002 16 km ENE of Townsend, Montana M2.9 148 km
Sep 15, 2012 23 km SSW of White Sulphur Springs, Montana M2.9 135 km
May 6, 2014 10 km SSW of Cascade, Montana M2.8 138 km
Apr 11, 2010 33 km ENE of Helena Valley Northeast, Montana M2.8 134 km
Aug 25, 2012 28 km S of White Sulphur Springs, Montana M2.8 138 km
Jul 15, 2006 28 km S of White Sulphur Springs, Montana M2.8 137 km
Apr 27, 2016 25 km ENE of Toston, Montana M2.8 148 km
Oct 16, 2011 Eastern Montana M2.7 118 km
Nov 4, 2017 32 km NE of Wilsall, Montana M2.7 133 km
Jan 1, 2025 28 km ENE of Helena Valley Northeast, Montana M2.7 139 km
May 10, 2024 13 km WSW of Cascade, Montana M2.6 145 km
Aug 17, 2012 28 km S of White Sulphur Springs, Montana M2.5 138 km
Jan 8, 2003 24 km E of Wilsall, Montana M2.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

63 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 11 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 5, 1988 EF3 45 km 0
Jul 5, 1988 EF3 72 km 0
Jul 5, 1988 EF3 61 km 0
Jul 8, 2002 EF2 46 km 0
Aug 14, 1999 EF2 49 km 0
Jun 25, 1996 EF2 14 km 0
Apr 24, 1994 EF2 32 km 0
Apr 24, 1994 EF2 32 km 0
May 28, 1981 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 8, 1976 EF2 10 km 0
Jul 10, 1965 EF2 67 km 0
Jun 16, 2007 EF1 63 km 0
Apr 22, 2003 EF1 29 km 0
Aug 23, 1998 EF1 38 km 0
Jun 19, 1998 EF1 59 km 0
Jun 1, 1980 EF1 91 km 0
May 10, 1977 EF1 40 km 0
May 10, 1977 EF1 28 km 0
Jun 3, 1971 EF1 75 km 0
Jul 10, 1965 EF1 83 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: TURKEY (25,658 ac, 1990).

Year Name Acres Distance
1990 TURKEY 25,658 44 km
2021 TAYLOR 21,704 30 km
2021 SOUTH MOCCASIN 12,727 36 km
2009 MEISSNER 12,318 28 km
1985 SANDPOINT 10,439 71 km
2021 BALSINGER 8,317 80 km
2022 EAGLE CREEK 6,359 95 km
2020 LOUSE CREEK 5,237 24 km
1991 BURNETTEPK 4,644 49 km
1988 LOSTCANYON 4,532 99 km
2020 YOGO 4,429 62 km
2008 CHOUTEAU CO COMPLEX 4,365 79 km
1996 COYOTE 3,320 81 km
2020 EAGLE ROCK ROAD 3,129 47 km
2020 LODE ROAD 2,736 85 km
2001 TWIN COULE 2,688 92 km
2007 CHOUTEAU CO ASST 2,646 61 km
2001 LOST FORK-MONARCH COMPLEX (LOST FORK) 2,313 79 km
2007 2007 HAZ FUEL REDUCTION 2,159 80 km
2005 KNOX 2,060 78 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in Wettest
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
August 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 0.5 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in

Denton has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 22°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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Denton is located in Fergus County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 19.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74% of the vote, a 51.3-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 47 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 61.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score6.23
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyFergus County County

Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Avg Download Speed86.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed34.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores61

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%
Average costs for common services in Denton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $237 ($142–$378)
Specialist Visit $331 ($189–$520)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($95–$331)
Emergency Room Visit $2,081 ($757–$4,730)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $237 ($142–$378)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$114)
Brake Pad Replacement $284 ($142–$473)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $568 ($378–$946)
Battery Replacement $189 ($95–$331)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $95 ($57–$142)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $378 ($142–$757)
HVAC System Install $6,622 ($3,784–$11,352)
Roof Repair $946 ($378–$1,892)
Roof Replacement $8,514 ($5,203–$14,190)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,419 ($473–$3,311)
Divorce (Contested) $14,190 ($4,730–$28,380)
DUI Defense $4,730 ($1,892–$9,460)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,419 ($757–$2,838)
Will Preparation $473 ($189–$946)
Trust Preparation $2,365 ($946–$4,730)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$95)
Hair Coloring (Full) $142 ($71–$237)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $76 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.88 ($2.84–$5.20)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.31 ($2.37–$4.73)
Loaf of Bread $3.59 ($2.37–$5.20)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.26 ($2.84–$6.15)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.20 ($3.78–$7.10)
Rice (per lb) $0.95 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($76–$237)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$142)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$114)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$95)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$95)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$142)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$473)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,892 ($1,135–$3,311)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.57–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $95 ($28–$237)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,135 ($568–$2,365)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $946 ($473–$1,892)
After-School Care (Monthly) $378 ($189–$662)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$95)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $946 ($378–$2,365)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,825 ($4,730–$28,380)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$95)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $95 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$95)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $284 ($142–$473)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($95–$378)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$907
Toddler$948
Preschool$811
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$734
Toddler$751
Preschool$751
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Fergus County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 768 55 $54,121 1.15
Retail Trade 533 47 $34,652 1.14
Accommodation & Food Services 477 37 $19,670 1.12
Manufacturing 440 27 $58,753 1.15
Construction 402 80 $67,996 1.64
Wholesale Trade 242 32 $55,944 1.32
Finance & Insurance 156 34 $72,599 0.82
Other Services 135 48 $23,668 0.96
Professional & Technical Services 116 47 $56,277 0.36
Arts & Entertainment 92 14 $13,476 1.17
Information & Technology 58 9 $33,364 0.66
Real Estate 37 17 $33,342 0.51
Unclassified 7 4 $58,349 1.08
Educational Services 5 6 $43,683 0.05

Schools in Denton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Denton School (Charter) Elementary 28 4 7.0:1
Denton High School (Charter) High 10 3 3.3:1
Denton 7-8 (Charter) Middle 7 1 7.0:1
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Campgrounds Near Denton

1 campgrounds found near Denton.

NameRatingSitesPrice
JUDITH GUARD STATION 3.8/5 1 $60

National Parks Near Denton

3 national parks and monuments found near Denton.

ParkTypeFee
Ackley Lake State Park State Park Free
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks State Park Free
Sluice Boxes State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Denton

11 trails found near Denton.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WOODCHOPPER RIDGE 8.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
MIDDLE FORK JUDITH RIVER 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR GULCH 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEAR PARK 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
DRY POLE CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ARCH COULEE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
MIDDLE FK. JUDITH ATV 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
JUMP OFF PEAK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DRY POLE CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JUMP OFF PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JUMP OFF PEAK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes

Museums in Denton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
JUDITH BASIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3RD STREET SOUTH4065662281

Libraries in Denton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY515 BROADWAY0.02,184

Cafes in Denton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shade Tree Cafe

Fire Stations in Denton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Denton Rural Fire District401 Main STVolunteer406-567-2488

Bridges in Denton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete2022116369G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber194957263F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197785136G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197933100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202151100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202259100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197940100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197950100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198351100F
SlabPrestressed concrete196240100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber199032100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198233100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19773173F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1980314F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1980414F

Airports Near Denton

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lewistown Municipal AirportLWTMedium Airport
Benchland AirportSmall Airport
Black Butte West AirportSmall Airport
Denton AirportSmall Airport
Fort Benton AirportSmall Airport
Geraldine AirportSmall Airport
Lucier Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Owen Bros AirportSmall Airport
Russian Flat AirportSmall Airport
Smithfield AirportSmall Airport
Stanford Airport/Biggerstaff FieldSmall Airport
Winifred AirportSmall Airport
Wolf Creek AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Denton

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH1102 LEHMAN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Denton

What is the population of Denton?

Denton has a population of 198 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 279 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.6% female and 44.4% male.

Is Denton expensive to live in?

Denton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,800 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,058 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Denton safe?

The violent crime rate in Denton is 390 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,220 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Denton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Denton?

Denton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Denton?

The job market in Denton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $938. There are 580 business establishments in the area, including 37 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Denton?

The median home value in Denton is $118,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,914. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,058. Fair market rent is $1,076 for a 1-bedroom and $1,336 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,536.

How are the schools in Denton?

Schools in Denton score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.1% of adults in Denton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Denton?

The obesity rate in Denton is 29.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.2% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 24.3% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance. 70.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,162.

What is transportation like in Denton?

The average commute in Denton is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 61.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Denton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Denton is 96% White, 3% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 13.9% of the population are military veterans. 8.3% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

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