Median Income
$54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$221,200
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,078
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Denton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population147
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density1,225/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$34,599
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute26 min
Housing
A
Home Value$221,200
Rent$1,078
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$585,911
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation1,255 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute26 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries9
Is Denton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Denton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Denton is $221,200, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% 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 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Denton has a population of 147 with a density of 1,225 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
The median household income in Denton is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,063 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,599 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,141 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,036 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,853 |
| County GDP | $28,815M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 794 |
| Healthcare | 1,148 |
| Retail | 989 |
| Manufacturing | 246 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,896 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Denton is $221,200, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,078 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $585,911.
Home Values
| Census Median | $221,200 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $585,911 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $156 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,078 |
| 7% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,896 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.12% |
In Denton, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Denton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.8% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 14.0% |
| Physical Distress | 9.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,252/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,148 |
Crime Rates: Denton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
Safety Score
Denton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.5 inches |
| 22% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,255 ft (383 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,225/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7392°N, 96.8460°W |
| County FIPS | 31109 |