| ZIP Code | 76201 |
|---|---|
| City | Denton |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Denton County |
| Area Code | 817/940 |
| Elevation | 689 ft |
| Latitude | 33.220974 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.146038 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 24.3 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 27.1% ▲ 171% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.7% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 134 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,905 (14.6%) |
| Some College | 1,517 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 2,218 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 1,221 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,038 (46.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,863 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $250,200 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,128/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,087 |
| Vacant Units | 1,452 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,087 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,452 |
| Owner Occupied | 17.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 82.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 76201 is located in Denton, Texas, within Denton County. With a population of 29,832, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 24.3 years. Economically, 76201 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $37,863 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 76201 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $250,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,128 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 82.1% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 76201 is majority White (57.95%). Residents are well-educated — 55.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.1%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 76201 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 76201 in Denton, TX is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a young community. With 29,832 residents, a median household income of $37,863, and a median home value of $250,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.