Denton County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 7th-largest in Texas
The population of Denton County, Texas is 945,644 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $108,185, the median home value is $403,400, and the median age is 36.8.
The population of Denton County has grown 57.0% since 2010 (665,833 → 1,045,120), a +3.27% annualized rate.
945,644
Population
+3.27%
Annual growth
1076
People / sq mi
$108,185
Median Income
$403,400
Median Home Value
Denton County covers 879 sq mi of land at 1076.1 people per square mile.
About Denton County, TX
Denton County is a county in Texas with a population of 945,644. It ranks #7 among counties in Texas by population. The median age is 36.8, younger than the national median. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The median household income in Denton County is $108,185, above the US median of $74,580. 4.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $403,400, with monthly rent averaging $1,642. The homeownership rate of 65.4% is close to the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Denton County reflects 48.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 20.9% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 28.2 minutes each way.
Denton County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Denton County had a population of 665,833 in 2010 and 1,045,120 in 2024, a 57.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 1,045,120 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.27%.
1,045,120
Population (2024)
665,833
Population (2010)
1,045,120
Peak (2024)
3.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 665,833 |
| 2011 | 684,842 |
| 2012 | 707,027 |
| 2013 | 727,776 |
| 2014 | 752,355 |
| 2015 | 778,799 |
| 2016 | 807,566 |
| 2017 | 834,649 |
| 2018 | 858,148 |
| 2019 | 888,765 |
| 2020 | 914,510 |
| 2021 | 944,086 |
| 2022 | 980,355 |
| 2023 | 1,013,736 |
| 2024 | 1,045,120 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.6% |
| Black or African American | 10.7% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
36.8
Median Age
50.5%
Female
49.5%
Male
11.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.4% · Seniors (65+): 11.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $108,185+$31,893 vs state |
| Mean household income | $141,539 |
| Per-capita income | $52,909 |
| Poverty rate | 4.4%-6.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 69.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Denton County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
1.1%
Carpool
68.0%
Public transit
20.9%
Work from home
28.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$403,400+$143,000 vs state
Median home value
$1,642
Median rent
65.4%
Homeownership rate
364,120
Total housing units
95.2%
Occupied
4.8%
Vacant
34.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.2%
With health insurance
98.5%
With broadband internet
35.1%
Foreign-born
6.0%
Veterans (18+)
9.1%
With a disability
75.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.4%
High School+
48.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Denton County, Texas has a population of 945,644 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 1076 people per square mile.
The population of Denton County has grown 57.0% since 2010 (665,833 → 1,045,120), a +3.27% annualized rate.
The median household income in Denton County, Texas is $108,185, with mean (average) household income of $141,539 and per-capita income of $52,909. 4.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Denton County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (60.6%), Black or African American (10.7%), Hispanic or Latino (2.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Denton County, Texas is 36.8 years. Residents are 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
The median home value in Denton County is $403,400 and median monthly rent is $1,642. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 364,120 total housing units, 4.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Denton County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Denton County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.