Denton Population 2026
Denton has a population of 131,044, making it the #216 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 67× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
131,044
Rank in United States
#216
Coordinates
33.21°N, 97.13°W
~201 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,909 km
1,185 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Texas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,314,157 | #4 |
| San Antonio | 1,526,656 | #7 |
| Dallas | 1,326,087 | #9 |
| Fort Worth | 1,008,106 | #11 |
| Austin | 974,447 | #13 |
| El Paso | 678,815 | #23 |
| Arlington | 388,125 | #50 |
| Corpus Christi | 316,239 | #60 |
Cities near Denton
- Little Elm38,341 people · ~19 km away
- Flower Mound71,253 people · ~23 km away
- Lewisville104,039 people · ~23 km away
- The Colony41,779 people · ~27 km away
- Frisco154,407 people · ~30 km away
- Celina64,427 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Denton?
Denton has a population of 131,044 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #216 biggest city in United States.
What state is Denton in?
Denton is located in Texas, United States.
Is Denton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,909 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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