Population overview
Denton County is home to roughly 1,069,346 people, making up about 3.37% of the total population of Texas. Within the North Texas region, it ranks #4 of 36 counties by population. The combination of 888 square miles of land and 1,069,346 residents yields a density of about 1204.2 people per square mile — a clearly metropolitan figure that signals concentrated urban development and dense infrastructure.
How Denton County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Denton County sits in the top 10% of the population distribution. It is one of the top-tier urban counties driving Texas's overall growth and economy.
| Comparison | Population | vs Denton |
|---|---|---|
| Denton County | 1,069,346 | — |
| North Texas region average | 252,448 | -76% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -98% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +372% |
Neighboring county populations
Denton County shares borders with 6 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas County | Dallas | 2,661,397 | 3024.3 |
| Tarrant County | Fort Worth | 2,248,466 | 2602.4 |
| Collin County | McKinney | 1,297,179 | 1529.7 |
| Grayson County | Sherman | 153,613 | 164.5 |
| Wise County | Decatur | 83,778 | 92.6 |
| Cooke County | Gainesville | 44,461 | 50.9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Denton County, Texas?+
Denton County has an estimated population of 1,069,346 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Denton County?+
Denton County has a population density of approximately 1204.2 people per square mile across its 888 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a highly urbanized county.
Where does Denton County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Denton County ranks #7 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 3.37% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Denton County?+
Among the 6 counties bordering Denton, Dallas County is the most populous with about 2,661,397 residents.
How is Denton County's population measured?+
Population figures are sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau — the decennial census and annual American Community Survey (ACS) population estimates. See our methodology for full sourcing.