Median Income
$57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,800
58% lower 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%
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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,914
Health
Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation3,593 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 23%
Commute14 min
Libraries4
Is Denton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Denton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, 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.
Education
19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
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. 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. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 3% Hispanic.
Population
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Denton is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,500 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,886 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $938 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,867 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 580 |
| County GDP | $777M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 47 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,536 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
The median home value in Denton is $118,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,058 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,914.
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 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,536 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.98% |
In Denton, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Denton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,198/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
Crime Rates: Denton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Denton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.8 inches |
| 58% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,593 ft (1,095 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 279/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3222°N, 109.9482°W |
| County FIPS | 30027 |