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Denton is the county seat of Denton County, situated in North Texas about 40 miles north of Dallas at the junction of Interstates 35E and 35W. With roughly 150,000 residents, it is one of the largest and fastest-growing cities on the northern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and it is defined above all by its two public universities. The University of North Texas, the largest university in the DFW area, and Texas Woman's University, the nation's largest public university primarily for women, give Denton a distinctly collegiate character. Their combined tens of thousands of students, faculty, and staff shape the local economy, housing market, and cultural calendar, while a steady stream of graduates feeds the region's workforce. Downtown Denton revolves around a historic courthouse square, surrounded by restaurants, bars, independent shops, and live-music venues. The city is certified Music-Friendly by the state and sustains a year-round scene through the Twilight Tunes series, the Denton Arts & Jazz Festival, and venues that have made the square a destination for musicians and audiences across North Texas. Beyond music, the universities contribute galleries, performances, and athletics. Denton's growth has carried it well beyond the campus core, with new subdivisions and master-planned communities spreading along U.S. 380 and the interstate corridors. Its schools belong to Denton ISD, and its transportation is anchored by the DCTA A-train commuter rail toward Dallas and bus connections to Fort Worth. Denton suits students and university employees, young professionals, and families seeking an arts-rich community with metroplex access and a distinct local identity.

Population 150,000

County Denton County

Active Listings 1380

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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is Denton in?

Denton is the seat of Denton County, Texas, located about 40 miles north of Dallas at the junction of Interstates 35E and 35W. The county is one of the largest in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

What universities are in Denton?

Denton is home to two public universities: the University of North Texas, the largest university in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and Texas Woman's University, the nation's largest public university primarily for women.

What is downtown Denton known for?

Downtown Denton is built around a historic courthouse square and is known for its live-music scene, restaurants, and independent shops. The city is certified Music-Friendly, and the square hosts the Twilight Tunes series and the Denton Arts & Jazz Festival.

How do you commute from Denton to Dallas?

Denton connects to Dallas via Interstate 35E, and the DCTA A-train commuter rail links to DART's Green Line for rail travel into the city. The North Texas Xpress bus connects Denton with Fort Worth. Drive time to downtown Dallas is roughly 40-50 minutes.

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