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Crime in Denton summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Denton. Key points include:
There were 3,207 total crimes in Denton in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Denton is 1,948.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Denton is 204.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Denton is 1,744.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Denton is -8.04% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Denton Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Denton / 100k People |
Texas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 3,207 | 1,948.8 | 2,429.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 336 | 204.2 | 389.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 7 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 43 | 26.1 | 63.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 191 | 116.1 | 270.7 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 2,871 | 1,744.6 | 2,040.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 219 | 133.1 | 284.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 2,420 | 1,470.5 | 1,425.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 232 | 141.0 | 330.7 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Denton summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Denton. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Texas. Key points include:
The cost of living in Denton is 103 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Denton is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Denton is $354,135.
The median income in Denton is $76,019.
Denton's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Denton Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Denton | Texas | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 103 | 93 | 100 |
| Services | 97 | 100 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 127 | 81 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 97 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 94 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Denton, TX Weather
The average high in Denton is 75.9° and the average low is 53.8°.
There are 51.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 38.4 inches of precipitation each year with 0.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Denton |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 75.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 53.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 51.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 38.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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It's a mini Dallas,Tx. The schools are excellent both academics and sports. There are lots of things to do whether it be relaxing, drinking, or shopping.
Denton is very diverse which is a good thing. Just wish I could say the same thing for the construction...
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Denton Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Denton
The current population in Denton is 152,866. The population has increased 40.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 152,866 | 4.0% |
| 2023 | 146,987 | 3.3% |
| 2022 | 142,262 | 1.8% |
| 2021 | 139,704 | -0.0% |
| 2020 | 139,734 | 2.6% |
| 2019 | 136,195 | 1.9% |
| 2018 | 133,661 | 2.0% |
| 2017 | 131,097 | 2.1% |
| 2016 | 128,421 | 2.1% |
| 2015 | 125,734 | 2.4% |
| 2014 | 122,742 | 4.1% |
| 2013 | 117,895 | 2.4% |
| 2012 | 115,098 | 2.8% |
| 2011 | 111,960 | 2.5% |
| 2010 | 109,192 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Denton
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Denton is:
53.8% White with 82,238 White residents.
10.9% African American with 16,659 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 174 American Indian residents.
4.1% Asian with 6,192 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 136 Hawaiian residents.
0.6% Other with 907 Other residents.
4.6% Two Or More with 7,006 Two Or More residents.
25.9% Hispanic with 39,554 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Denton | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 53.8% | 39.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 10.9% | 11.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.1% | 5.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.6% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 25.9% | 39.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in Denton
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Denton is 51.4% female with 78,522 female residents.
Denton is 48.6% male with 74,344 male residents.
| Gender | Denton | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Denton for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Denton completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Denton completed 9-12th grade.
20.0% of adults in Denton completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Denton completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Denton completed associate's degree.
26.0% of adults in Denton completed bachelor's degree.
12.0% of adults in Denton completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Denton completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Denton completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Denton | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 20.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 12.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Denton, Texas
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6.2% of households in Denton earn Less than $10,000.
2.7% of households in Denton earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.8% of households in Denton earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.0% of households in Denton earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.4% of households in Denton earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.3% of households in Denton earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.6% of households in Denton earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.7% of households in Denton earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.7% of households in Denton earn $150,000 to $199,999.
10.5% of households in Denton earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Denton | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.7% | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.8% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.0% | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.4% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.3% | 16.1% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.6% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.7% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.7% | 9.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 10.5% | 12.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
