DFW Relocation Guide
Denton vs Irving, TX
Two of North Texas's most-searched relocation destinations, side by side — prices, schools, commutes, and what daily life looks like in each.
| Denton | Irving | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Denton County | Dallas County |
| Population | ~176,000 | ~257,000 |
| Median HH Income | ~$80,000 | ~$82,000 |
| Median Age | 30 yrs | 33 yrs |
| Median Home Value | ~$390,000 | ~$350,000 |
| Primary District | Denton ISD — 7/10 | Coppell ISD — 9/10 |
| ZIP Codes | 76201, 76205, 76207, 76208, 76209, 76210 | 75038, 75039, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063 |
Approximate figures — see each city page for live MLS market stats updated in real time.
The Case For
Denton
- Two universities give Denton real college-town energy and culture
- The only DFW suburb with its own commuter rail line to DART
- Live-music scene and courthouse square rival Austin at half the price
- I-35E/I-35W split puts both Dallas and Fort Worth in easy reach
- Lakes on two sides — Ray Roberts north, Lewisville south
Commute
- DCTA A-train commuter rail to the DART Green Line
- 40–45 minutes to downtown Dallas via I-35E
- 35–40 minutes to Fort Worth / Alliance via I-35W
The Case For
Irving
- 8 Fortune 500 HQs — one of America's biggest corporate headquarters hubs
- Wells Fargo's new $570M Las Colinas campus — 4,500 jobs (opened 2025)
- Lakeside urban living on Lake Carolyn — canals, gondolas, Water Street
- DART Orange Line — rail to DFW Airport and downtown Dallas, no car needed
- Valley Ranch (75063) buyers can land top-rated Coppell ISD schools
Commute
- 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport
- 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183
- DART Orange Line rail to DFW Terminal A and downtown Dallas
Common Questions
Denton vs Irving FAQ
Is Denton or Irving more expensive?
Denton has the higher estimated median home value (~$390,000 vs ~$350,000 in Irving). Check the live MLS stats on each city page for current sold prices.
Which has better schools — Denton or Irving?
Denton is primarily served by Denton ISD (GreatSchools 7/10) and Irving by Coppell ISD (9/10). Irving's primary district rates higher overall, but campus-level assignment matters more — verify your specific address.
How do commutes compare between Denton and Irving?
Denton: DCTA A-train commuter rail to the DART Green Line; 40–45 minutes to downtown Dallas via I-35E. Irving: 5–10 minutes to DFW International Airport; 15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via SH-114/183.
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