Denton, TX Local Data & Statistics

State: TX

Total population: 152,866 Household income: $76,019 Rent: $1,420

Overview

Total population

152,866

Rent

$1,420

Year built

1997

Household income

$76,019

Per capita income

$38,167

Poverty rate

15.8%

Unemployment rate

3.4%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

58%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Texas

Total population

152,866

Adults over 25

94,513

Total households

56,664

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$76,019

Per capita income

$38,167

Poverty rate

15.8%

Unemployment rate

3.4%

Rent over 30% of income

58%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,420

Year built

1997

Households that rent

50%

Households that own

50%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

59.4%

Black

11.2%

Asian

4.1%

Two or more races

18.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

25.9%

Not Hispanic or Latino

74.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

85.7%

Commute time to work

24 mins

Work from home

14.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

28.4%

High school graduate or GED

19.8%

Some college or associate degree

10.1%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

41.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Denton, TX with: Texas United States

Denton, TX

Total population152,866

Rent$1,420

Year built1997

Household income$76,019

Per capita income$38,167

Poverty rate15.8%

Unemployment rate3.4%

Texas State

Total population30,188,424

Rent$1,403

Year built1992

Household income$78,476

Per capita income$40,752

Poverty rate13.8%

Unemployment rate4.1%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityDenton, TX	StateTexas	CountryUnited States
Total population	152,866	30,188,424	334,922,499
Rent	$1,420	$1,403	$1,413
Year built	1997	1992	1980
Household income	$76,019	$78,476	$80,734
Per capita income	$38,167	$40,752	$44,673
Poverty rate	15.8%	13.8%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.4%	4.1%	4%

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Summary for Denton, TX

Denton is located in Texas.

Rent & Income

In Denton, the typical monthly rent is $1,420 and the typical household income is $76,019. Rent here is similar to both Texas and the U.S., and household income is similar to Texas and lower than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 15.8%, which is higher than in both Texas and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 50% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 58% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 41.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is lower than both Texas and the national rate.

Denton, TX — Rent vs Household Income

Denton, TX — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Denton, TX compares in Texas (71 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,420	34 / 71	from lower rent	$923 – $2,231
Household income	$76,019	36 / 71	from higher income	$46,354 – $161,235
Poverty rate	15.8%	40 / 71	from lower poverty	3.6% – 29.2%
Unemployment rate	3.4%	29 / 71	from lower unemployment	2.6% – 8.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Texas with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Denton, TX

Rent

In rent comparisons, Denton comes in 34th out of 71 large places. Across Texas, rents vary from $923 in Brownsville, TX to $2,231 in Flower Mound, TX.

Household income

In terms of household income, Denton comes in 36th among 71 major places. Across Texas, income levels vary from $46,354 in Port Arthur, TX to $161,235 in Flower Mound, TX.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Denton ranks 40th out of 71 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 3.6% in Frisco, TX to 29.2% in College Station, TX.

Unemployment rate

Denton places 29th among 71 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.6% to 8.2%.

💰 Rent in Denton, TX (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,420 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Denton, TX

Annual Household Income: $76,019

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Denton, TX

Estimated Rate: 15.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Denton, TX

In Denton, TX, households that rent: 28,332 (50%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	28,332	50%
Owner-Occupied	28,332	50%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Denton, TX

In Denton, TX, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 16,422 (58%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	16,422	58%
Other renter households	11,910	42%
Total renter households	28,332	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Denton, TX

Less than High School: 26,818 people (28.4%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 18,692 people (19.8%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 9,548 people (10.1%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 39,455 people (41.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 94,513

📊 Unemployment Rate in Denton, TX

Estimated Rate: 3.4%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.