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Denison, Texas

Introduction to Denison, Texas

Denison, Texas, in Grayson county, is 38 miles N of McKinney, Texas (center to center) and 68 miles N of Dallas, Texas. The city is part of the Sherman - Denison metropolitan statistical area (MSA). About 22,773 people live in Denison.

Denison History

Denison was established in 1872 in union with MKT or the "Katy" depot. It was named in honor of Katy Vice President, George Denison. Denison was founded at the juncture of MKT and Red River, both of which served as important channels of transportation during the industrial era. This made the town a major commercial center in the American West during the 19th century.

Denison and nearby Attractions

  • Eisenhower State Park
  • Denison Country Club
  • Randell Lake
  • Loy Park & Loy Lake
  • Red River Historical Museum
  • Whitewright Historical Museum

Things To Do In Denison

Denison has attracted artists since the 1990s and is now home to the works of several artists who have earned local, regional, and national acclaim. The Denison Arts Council annually sponsors several Fine Art Tours which showcase the remarkable talent of the area's artists. Many historic buildings in the city have been turned into specialty shops and loft living spaces. The Eisenhower State Park, which is nearby, occupies an area of 432 acres and offers facilities for biking, hiking, camping, fishing, boating, and swimming.

Denison Transportation

One can avail of air transportation from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

Denison Higher Education

Grayson County College is the local institution for higher education. Other institutes include Southeastern Oklahoma State University and Collin County Community College.

High Points

Denison strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

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Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 18%Denison Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Denison, TX

Comparing Denison to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity85
Senior Citizens88
Female Share of the Population88
Age of the Population78
Children Under 5 Years Old54
Well-Paid Single Women48
Male Share of the Population33
Well-Paid Single Men36

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size52
Portion of People Married42

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better47
People Above Poverty36
Median Family Income36
College Educated Adults36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work79
Short Commute Times78
Working at Home45
Public Transportation Use37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes86
People Living Alone78
Affordability of Rents74
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Housing Recently Built42

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime34
Low Property Crime33

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