Denton
The City of Denton is a vibrant and growing community with many opportunities, no matter what your interest or passion. You’re free to be whoever you are in a friendly atmosphere with a small-town vibe that’s just a short drive away from the big city. Denton’s educated and creative residents value sustainability and collaboration, as evident in the city’s cutting-edge practices, vibrant art and music scene, and popular hot spots and events. With two universities and more than 50,000 students, two hospitals, an industrial district, and a lively downtown and entrepreneurial community.
Denton By the Numbers
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Population | 149,125 |
| Households | 58,471 |
| Median Age | 31 |
| Median Household Income | 67,380 |
| 2023 | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| White Alone | 80,423 | 57.7% |
| Black Alone | 15,425 | 11.1% |
| American Indian Alone | 353 | 0.3% |
| Asian Alone | 5,845 | 4.2% |
| Some Other Race Alone | 343 | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 3,849 | 2.8% |
| Hispanic Origin (any race) | 33,098 | 23.7% |
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| TOTAL | 83,571 |
| Less Than 9th Grade | 4.1% |
| 9th-12th Grade - No Diploma | 4.9% |
| High School Graduate | 24.2% |
| GED/ Alternative Credential | 3.5% |
| Some College - No Degree | 24.2% |
| Associate Degree | 7.1% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.2% |
| Graduate/ Professional Degree | 1.2% |