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Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, there’s always something new to discover about your neighborhood. With that in mind, we created a Fast Facts sheet for cities and neighborhoods all over the DFW area. Our DFW Area fast facts have detailed real estate insights, things to do, places to shop and some of our favorite restaurants in each area.
Denton, Texas, is a vibrant and eclectic city located just north of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Known for its lively arts scene, historic downtown square, and prestigious universities, including the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University, Denton offers a unique blend of culture, music, and academic energy. The city hosts numerous music festivals and cultural events, making it a hub for creativity, while its charming neighborhoods and strong sense of community make it an inviting place to live and visit.
POPULATION
150K
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$72K
MEDIAN AGE
30
HOUSING
49% OWN
51% RENT
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
$296K
AREA ACTIVITIES & FEATURES
• COURTHOUSE ON THE SQUARE
• BAYLESS-SELBY HOUSE MUSEUM
• CLEAR CREEK NATURAL HERITAGE CENTER
• BLAGG-HUEY LIBRARY
• IRONWOOD AXE THROWING
• ANDY B’S | BOWLING
• BATTLEFIELD NERF WAR ARENA
• PATTERSON-APPLETON ARTS CENTER
• LANTANA GOLF CLUB
• BLACK MUSTANG RANCH | HORSE RIDING
FAVORITE LOCAL DINING & DRINK SPOTS
• THE GARDEN GRILLE • NORTH POINT CAFE • MI
RANCHITO • GRAFFITI PASTA • ROYAL YUM • TWO
GENTLEMEN OF VERONA • ANDY’S BAR • BARLEY &
BOARD • BIG FATTY’S FLAMING FOODS • BLIND FOX •
FREDDY’S TACOS • GROOVY CHICKEN & WAFFLES •
HANNAH’S OFF THE SQUARE • WILD CACTUS
CANTINA • COOL BEANS • EAST SIDE DENTON •
HARVEST HOUSE • HORNY TOAD CAFE • L’AMITIE • 407
BBQ • ANDAMAN THAI • BACK DOUGH • JUICY PIG •
FAVORITE LOCAL SHOPPING
• CHRYSALIS GALLERY • PATCHOULI JOE’S BOOKS • TWICE
AS NICE • THE DIME STORE • LA DI DA • LIMOLI’S • VINTAGE
LIZARD • MADNESS COMICS • VAGABOND VINTAGE •
AVERAGE DRIVE TIMES
• DOWNTOWN DALLAS | 50 MINUTES
• DALLAS LOVE FIELD AIRPORT | 45 MINUTES
• DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT | 30 MINUTES
• AT&T STADIUM & GLOBE LIFE FIELD | 55 MINUTES
• DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH | 40 MINUTES