Denton, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 106,284 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Denton is at the top of the “Golden Triangle” formed by the city, Fort Worth, and Dallas.
Cultural Attractions
The universities provide the city with interesting sites including the gowns of the first ladies of Texas, the cookbook collection at Blagg-Huey Library, and the University of North Texas Cora Stafford Gallery.
Recreation
Denton boasts plenty of historical museums as well as a planetarium.
Economy
The city’s major employers include the University of North Texas, the Denton Independent School District, and Denton State School.
Fun Fact
Texas Woman’s University is the nation’s largest university primarily for women.
| Population [details] | 106,284 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 291.36 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 38.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 56.68 °F/36.15 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 93.98 °F/71.03 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 41.37 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 95 |
| Cost of living [details] | 91.7 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Fort Worth (27.48 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | DALLAS/FORT WORTH INTERNATIONAL (23.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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