Denton, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Denton, Texas is 146,987 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $73,719, the median home value is $325,700, and the median age is 31.0.
The population has grown 41.9% since 2010 (117,010 → 165,998).
146,987
Population
1516
People / sq mi
$73,719
Median Income
$325,700
Median Home Value
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Denton covers 96.9 sq mi of land at 1516 people per square mile.
About Denton, TX
Denton skews on age — the median resident is 31.0, younger than the national median. With 146,987 residents, Denton is a city in Texas. It ranks #22 among cities in Texas by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $73,719 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.8%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $325,700, with typical rent around $1,344.
Roughly 41.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 12.2% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Denton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Denton city had a population of 117,010 in 2010 and 165,998 in 2024, a 41.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 165,998 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.54%.
165,998
Population (2024)
117,010
Population (2010)
165,998
Peak (2024)
2.54%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 117,010 |
| 2011 | 120,101 |
| 2012 | 123,573 |
| 2013 | 125,030 |
| 2014 | 128,217 |
| 2015 | 131,154 |
| 2016 | 134,261 |
| 2017 | 135,629 |
| 2018 | 138,315 |
| 2019 | 141,541 |
| 2020 | 141,128 |
| 2021 | 147,234 |
| 2022 | 150,850 |
| 2023 | 159,223 |
| 2024 | 165,998 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$73,719
Median Household Income
$37,286
Per Capita Income
7.8%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$325,700
Median Home Value
$1,344
Median Rent
49.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.2%
High School+
41.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
69.3%
Public Transit
12.2%
Work From Home
24.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.4%
Foreign Born
77.9%
Non-English at Home
6.1%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
84.8%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.2% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Information | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.9% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Common questions about Denton, TX
Frequently Asked Questions
Denton, Texas has a population of 146,987 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Denton, Texas is $73,719, with 7.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Denton, Texas is $325,700, with median monthly rent at $1,344 and a homeownership rate of 49.2%.
The median age in Denton, Texas is 31.0 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 41.9% since 2010 (117,010 → 165,998).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.