Denton, Texas
Denton: The seventh most populous city in Texas. It is located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area. Denton is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of North Texas and the Denton Civic Center.
About
Denton is a city located in the county of Denton in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 113,383 and a population density of 460 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 147,515 inhabitants.
The city was created 159 years ago in 1865.
Denton is a city located in north Texas, about 40 miles northwest of Dallas. With a population of over 147,000 residents, it is the 27th largest city in Texas. Denton serves as the county seat for Denton County.
History
The Denton area was first settled in the mid-1800s with the establishment of a courthouse square and saloons to serve cowboys and the Chisholm Trail. Denton thrived as a rural agriculture trading center after the arrival of railroads.
Denton was incorporated in 1866 and by the early 1900s, three colleges had been established, earning Denton the nickname “Little College Town.”
Role of Education
Denton is home to three large universities:
- University of North Texas - A public research university with nearly 40,000 students.
- Texas Woman's University - The largest state university for women in the U.S.
- North Central Texas College - A community college enrolling over 8,000 students.
These colleges drive Denton's culture, economy, and diversity.
Music and Arts
Denton has a thriving local music scene that earned it the nickname “The Live Music Capital of North Texas.” Festivals like the Denton Arts and Jazz Festival attract over 200,000 attendees.
Denton combines small town charm with a hip, artistic vibe fueled by the student population. It provides a unique culture close to the Dallas metro area.
Quick Facts about Denton
| Population : | 147,515 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Denton County |
| Postal code : | 76201–76210 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 940 |
| Area : | 246.27 km2 |
| Named for : | John B. Denton |
| Altitude : | 640 feet / 195 meters |
| Capital city : | Denton is capital of Denton County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1866 (159 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 23:54:12 (15th May 2025) |
| Density : | 599 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 23.14% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Denton is located at 33°12'53"N 97°7'59"W (33.2148400, -97.1330700).
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- Official Website
Official website of Denton
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- San Nicolás de los Garza
Demographics
The population of Denton increased by 23.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 113,383 | - | census |
| 2011 | 120,101 | 5.59% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 123,573 | 2.81% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 125,030 | 1.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 128,217 | 2.49% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 131,154 | 2.24% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 134,261 | 2.31% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 135,629 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 138,315 | 1.94% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 141,541 | 2.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 147,515 | 4.05% | estimation process |
People born in Denton (72)
People born in Denton, including composer and pianist Julia Smith, actress Ann Sheridan, admiral in the United States Navy Edward Walter Eberle, .
List
- Ray Peterson (American musician) he was born in 23/04/1939
- Herschel Evans (American musician) he was born in 09/03/1909
- Jason Sasser (American basketball player) he was born in 03/01/1974
- Sly Stone (American musician) he was born in 15/03/1943
- Dylan Patton (American actor and model) he was born in 13/07/1992
- Scott Atchison (American baseball player) he was born in 29/03/1976
- Javy Guerra (Mexican-American baseball player) he was born in 31/10/1985
- Jaret Reddick (American musician) he was born in 06/03/1972
- Mark Dalton (American movie actor) he was born in 06/03/1980
- Stanley George Payne (American historian) he was born in 09/09/1934
- Jim Fielder (American musician) he was born in 04/10/1947
- Mario Bennett (American basketball player) he was born in 01/08/1973
- Suzanne Davis (American actress) she was born in 10/02/1974
- Austin Jackson (baseball player from the United States) he was born in 01/02/1987
- Jordan Malone (short track speed skater) he was born in 20/04/1984
- Kelly Kraft (professional golfer) he was born in 05/10/1988
- Ruth Gates (American actress (1887-1966)) she was born in 01/01/1886
- Colton Shires (American actor) he was born in 16/10/1996
Schools in Denton
College & universities near Denton, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 227216 | University of North Texas | Denton (TX) | 76203-1277 |
| 229179 | Texas Woman's University | Denton (TX) | 76204 |
| 478591 | Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Denton | Denton (TX) | 76205-7534 |
| 458098 | The Salon Professional Academy-Lewisville | Lewisville (TX) | 75067 |
| 490522 | Allgood Beauty Institute | Frisco (TX) | 75033-4112 |
Stations (7)
Amtrak & bus stations near Denton, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLE | Gainesville | 605 East California Street | RAIL |
| FTW | Fort Worth Central Station | 1001 Jones Street | RAIL |
| DAG | Dallas, TX | 205 South Lamar Street | BUS |
| DAL | Union Station | 400 South Houston St. | RAIL |
| MSQ | Mesquite, TX | 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n | BUS |
Post offices near Denton
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Denton Post Office | Denton (TX) | 76201 |
| Texas Womans University Post Office | Denton (TX) | 76204 |
| Golden Triangl Post Office | Denton (TX) | 76205 |
| Krum Post Office | Krum (TX) | 76249 |
| Argyl Post Office | Argyle (TX) | 76226 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Denton , Michigan township in Roscommon County, Michigan with a population of 5,424 people.
- Denton , Maryland town in Maryland, United States with a population of 4,538 people.
- Denton , North Carolina town in Davidson County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 1,700 people.
- Denton , Georgia town in Jeff Davis County, Georgia, United States with a population of 250 people.
- Denton , Montana town in Montana, United States with a population of 234 people.
- Denton , Nebraska town in Nebraska, United States with a population of 207 people.
- Denton , Kansas town in Kansas, United States with a population of 137 people.
Other cities in Denton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Denton County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lewisville | 112,232 | The second most populous city in Denton County, Texas. |
| Flower Mound | 81,482 | Town of Texas, United States |
| The Colony | 45,498 | A city in Denton County, Texas. |
| Corinth | 22,365 | City in Texas, United States |
| Plainview | 19,670 | City in Texas |
| Highland Village | 16,885 | City in Texas, United States |
| Trophy Club | 12,636 | Town of the United States |
| Roanoke | 9,753 | City in Denton County, Texas, United States |
| Sanger | 9,133 | City in Denton County, Texas, United States |
| Lake Dallas | 8,124 | City in Denton County, Texas, United States |
| Oak Point | 6,820 | City in Denton County, Texas, United States |
| Aubrey | 6,433 | City in Denton County, Texas, United States |
| Krum | 5,412 | City |
| Justin | 4,718 | City in the United States |
| Pilot Point | 4,673 | City in Alaska |
| Argyle | 4,619 | City in Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Denton distances to largest Texas cities
