Denton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Davidson County County
Denton, NC
At a Glance
How Denton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Denton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Denton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Denton residents earn a median household income of $46,061 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,129. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% (192% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,388 business establishments, including 254 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Denton is $160,400 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,397. Median rent is $731/month, with 34.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Denton reports 381 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 0% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,665/100K.
Education
12.8% of adults in Denton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 80.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Denton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.