Denton County, Texas

Denton County: County in Texas, United States

About

Denton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 662,614 and a population density of 267 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 919,324 inhabitants. Its county seat is Denton. The county was created 177 years ago in 1846.

Denton County is located in north-central Texas, just northwest of Dallas and Fort Worth. The county was established in 1846 and named after John B. Denton, who was killed in a skirmish with Native Americans.

The city of Denton became the county seat in 1857. It was originally settled in the 1840s as the town of Alton before being renamed. Denton was home to the State Normal College which is now the University of North Texas.

Key Facts About Denton County Today

Population: As of 2021, Denton County has an estimated population of 946,000 residents. It's one of the fastest growing counties in Texas.

Major Cities: Aside from Denton, some of the other major cities in Denton County include Lewisville, Flower Mound, and Corinth.

Economy: Education and manufacturing are important industries in Denton County. The county is home to three universities as well as many tech and manufacturing companies.

Things to See and Do in Denton County

Some of the top attractions and activities in Denton County include:

  • University of North Texas - Tour the scenic campus and appreciate its collegiate charm.
  • Denton County Courthouse - See this historic courthouse on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Lewisville Lake - Boat, fish, and swim at this large reservoir.
  • North Texas State Fairgrounds - Attend rodeos, concerts, and other events at the fairgrounds.
  • Denton Arts & Jazz Festival - Enjoy art displays, live music, and food vendors at this annual festival.

From college town vibes to outdoor recreation, Denton County offers many fun attractions just outside the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.

Denton County locator map
Location of Denton County on Texas map.

Quick Facts about Denton County

Population : 919,324 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Texas (United States)
Area : 2481 km2
Water as percent of area : 7.8%
Land as percent of area : 92.2%
Named for : John B. Denton
Altitude : 682 feet / 208 meters
Capital : Denton
Establishment : April 04, 1846
Time Zone : Central Time Zone
Local time : 21:23:43 (18th March 2024)
Density : 371 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 27.92% (2010-2020)
Denton County Courts Building image
Denton County Courts Building
Denton County Courts Building image

Geography

Denton County is located at 33°12'19"N 97°7'1"W (33.2052600, -97.1169700). It has 6 neighbors: Collin County, Cooke County, Dallas County, Grayson County, Tarrant County and Wise County.

Denton County map

The largest city of Denton County is Denton with a population of 147,515. Other cities include, Lewisville population 112,232, The Colony population 45,498, Corinth population 22,365 and Plainview population 19,670. See all Denton County cities & populated places.

Denton County Populated Places (more)

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Denton County.

City Name Population Title
Denton 147,515 The seventh most populous city in Texas.
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

Denton County has 6 neighbours.

  • Denton

Demographics

The population of Denton County increased by 27.92% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 662,614 - census
2011 685,740 3.37% estimation process
2012 707,892 3.13% estimation process
2013 728,624 2.85% estimation process
2014 753,188 3.26% estimation process
2015 779,584 3.39% estimation process
2016 808,212 3.54% estimation process
2017 835,364 3.25% estimation process
2018 858,741 2.72% estimation process
2019 887,207 3.21% estimation process
2020 919,324 3.49% estimation process

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People born in Denton County (3)

People born in Denton County, including model Shirley Cothran, industrialist and philanthropist Hugh Roy Cullen, rancher Thomas Lloyd Burnett, .

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