| ZIP Code | 76209 |
|---|---|
| City | Denton |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Denton County |
| Area Code | 817/940 |
| Elevation | 647 ft |
| Latitude | 33.2315 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.109986 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.6% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 638 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,336 (20.8%) |
| Some College | 2,511 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 2,560 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 788 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,200 (38.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,883 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $248,900 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,367/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,403 |
| Vacant Units | 732 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,403 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 732 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 76209 is located in Denton, Texas, within Denton County. With a population of 27,859, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.7 years. Economically, 76209 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,883 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 76209 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $248,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,367 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.0%) and renters (56.1%). Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 76209 is majority White (50.46%). Residents are well-educated — 43.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 76209 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 76209 in Denton, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,859 residents, a median household income of $66,883, and a median home value of $248,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.