Pest control · Denton, Texas
Pest control in Denton, TX
Termites, ants, roaches, scorpions or rodents? 56% of Denton's homes are detached houses[1], and 25% were built since 2010. Request a licensed pest-control company that services the area. Denton, in Denton County — ZIPs 76207, 76208, 76205, 76210, 76209, 76201, 76203, counts 169,431 residents (2025 estimate)[2].
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Denton pest control snapshot: the key figures
- Population (2025 est.)
- 169,431[2]+21.1% since 2020
- County
- Denton[2]
- Land area
- 96.9 sq mi[3]
- Detached single-family homes
- 56%[1]the 3rd-lowest share of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover
- Homes built 2010 or later
- 25%[1]the 6th-highest share of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover
- People per square mile of land
- 1,748[2][3]the least dense of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover
- Households renting
- 50%[1]2020–2024
- Population change, 2020–2025
- +21.1%[2]the fastest-growing of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover
- Land area
- 96.9 sq mi[3]city limits
Reading the Denton data for pest control
Denton is one of the fastest-growing Dallas–Fort Worth suburbs tracked here: 169,431 people (2025 estimate), up 21.1% since 2020[2]. The city spans 96.9 square miles at 1,748 residents per square mile (the 15th densest) and sits entirely in Denton County, served by ZIP codes 76207, 76208, 76205, 76210, 76209, 76201, 76203[3].
Building amid 21.1% growth since 2020 pushes construction into previously open land, which stirs up the pests already living there — and denser housing gives them more neighboring homes to visit.
Denton is split across 7 ZIP codes: 76207 (35% of the city's land), 76208 (16% of the city's land), 76205 (9% of the city's land), 76210 (8% of the city's land), 76209 (7% of the city's land), 76201 (6% of the city's land), 76203 (0% of the city's land)[4].
The tracked suburbs closest by are Flower Mound (12.5 mi S), Lewisville (15.0 mi SE) and Frisco (18.9 mi E)[3].
56% of Denton's 60,531 housing units are detached houses[1] — the 3rd-lowest share of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover; nearby, Flower Mound (86%), Lewisville (46%), and Frisco (69%). With more attached housing, pests move between units — whole-building treatment matters more.
25% of homes were built in 2010 or later[1] (the 6th-highest share of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover; Flower Mound (21%), Lewisville (23%), and Frisco (47%) nearby), and population changed +21.1% from 2020 to 2025[2]. Most houses here are past any builder termite warranty.
About 1,748 people live per square mile of land across 96.9 square miles[2][3] — the least dense of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover. More yard between houses puts the focus on the foundation perimeter and entry points.
50% of households rent and 50% own[1]. Renters: check the lease for who handles pest control.
Out of the 15 suburbs on this site, Denton has the most spread-out settlement (1,748)[2][3], the fastest growth since 2020 (21.1%)[2], the 3rd-lowest share of detached houses (56%)[1], and the 3rd-highest renter share (50%)[1].
pest control help in Denton: what to do next
Pest control contractors taking requests around Denton cover ZIP codes 76207, 76208, 76205, 76210, 76209, 76201, 76203.
Before reaching out: choosing a pest-control plan
The Denton numbers behind this page
| Measure | Denton | Median of 15 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Growth since 2020 | 21.1% | 6.8% | 14 pts faster |
| Residents per sq mi | 1,748 | 3,436 | 49% less dense |
| Renter-occupied | 50% | 38% | 12 pts higher |
| Detached single-family | 56% | 68% | 12 pts lower |
| Flood reports (10 mi) | 20 | 24 | 4 fewer |
| Median year built | 1997 | 1997 | same as median |
Biggest gaps first. Medians are middle values across the Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover, drawn from the same sources.
| City | People / sq mi | Growth since 2020 | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denton | 1,748 | 21.1% | 169,431 |
| Flower Mound 12.5 mi | 1,896 | 4.7% | 79,540 |
| Lewisville 15.0 mi | 3,419 | 10.6% | 139,006 |
| Frisco 18.9 mi | 3,453 | 18.2% | 236,955 |
| Carrollton 21.1 mi | 3,675 | 0.8% | 134,562 |
| Plano 25.5 mi | 4,087 | 2.6% | 293,028 |
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing units | 60,531 |
| Detached single-family | 33,962 (56%) |
| Occupied homes | 56,664 |
| Owner-occupied | 28,332 (50%) |
| Renter-occupied | 28,332 (50%) |
| Median home value | $348,200 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates.
| Built | Units | Share | Margin of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 3,618 | 6.0% | ±430 |
| 2010 to 2019 | 11,555 | 19.1% | ±809 |
| 2000 to 2009 | 13,217 | 21.8% | ±965 |
| 1990 to 1999 | 6,752 | 11.2% | ±682 |
| 1980 to 1989 | 9,119 | 15.1% | ±969 |
| 1970 to 1979 | 7,514 | 12.4% | ±722 |
| 1960 to 1969 | 3,886 | 6.4% | ±457 |
| 1950 to 1959 | 1,889 | 3.1% | ±332 |
| 1940 to 1949 | 1,567 | 2.6% | ±283 |
| 1939 or earlier | 1,414 | 2.3% | ±484 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates; margins of error are the Census Bureau's 90% intervals.
| ZIP (ZCTA) | Share of Denton's land | Share of the ZIP inside the city |
|---|---|---|
| 76207 | 35% | 82% |
| 76208 | 16% | 55% |
| 76205 | 9% | 100% |
| 76210 | 8% | 47% |
| 76209 | 7% | 100% |
| 76201 | 6% | 100% |
| 76203 | 0% | 100% |
Denton pest control questions
My Denton home is new — do I need termite protection?
Check your closing documents for a builder termite pre-treatment and warranty first. 25% of Denton homes were built in 2010 or later[1].
I rent in Denton. Who pays for pest control?
Your lease decides. 50% of Denton households rent[1].
Which areas does this page cover?
ZIP 76207, 76208, 76205, 76210, 76209, 76201, and 76203[4], Denton County. Nearest suburbs with their own pages: Flower Mound (12.5 mi), Lewisville (15.0 mi), and Frisco (18.9 mi)[3].
I rent in Denton. Who arranges the repair?
50% of occupied Denton homes are rented[1], the 3rd-highest share of the 15 Dallas–Fort Worth–area suburbs we cover. Tell your landlord or property manager in writing first; your lease says who arranges repairs.
Sources
- Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (keyless bulk)
- Census population estimates, Vintage 2025
- Census Gazetteer 2025
- Census 2020 ZCTA–place file
- NOAA Storm Events Database
Data pulled Sep 28, 2026. Full citations and method.