The City of Denton is 94.9 square miles and strategically positioned within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, only 37 miles northwest of Dallas and 35 miles northeast of Fort Worth. Denton is a unique...
The City of Denton is 94.9 square miles and strategically positioned within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, only 37 miles northwest of Dallas and 35 miles northeast of Fort Worth. Denton is a unique community whose diversity gives it strength. Although Denton is no longer a small town with an estimated population of 115,662, there are certain qualities of small town life that our citizens hold dear. The historic downtown is the heart of Denton; the square and surrounding streets are used every day and night as a gathering place for commerce, civic events, and entertainment. Not only is Denton the county seat of Denton County, but it is also the home to two major universities: the University of North Texas (UNT) and Texas Woman's University (TWU). In addition to the two major universities, the city also has North Central Texas College (NCTC), which is the oldest two-year public school in Texas. There are two major hospitals: Denton Regional Medical Center and Presbyterian Hospital of Denton. Being close to Dallas and Fort Worth offers close amenities of major metropolitan settings; however, Denton has a variety of its own performing arts, cultural, and entertainment opportunities within the community. Denton is also located close to several golf courses and lakes that provide superior outdoor recreation opportunities. Denton also has 28 parks and over 300 acres of open space plus 8 recreational facilities, 3 libraries, 7 fire stations, and a municipal airport.