salaryRent is higher than in 54% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 19.4 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $69,320 a year. That is $33 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Texas cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Texas. It is number 275 of 426 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Denison?
Share of households by yearly income. 17.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Denison
| Size | Denison | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $885 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,037 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,375 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,752 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,418 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Denison overall?
Everyday prices in the Sherman-Denison metro area are 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Denison
Life in Denison
What jobs pay in Denison
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $134,670 | 15.4% |
| Pharmacist | $131,430 | 15.8% |
| Software Developer | $128,630 | 16.2% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,760 | 16.3% |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,030 | 21.2% |
| Operations Manager | $89,940 | 23.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $87,360 | 23.8% |
| Registered Nurse | $83,700 | 24.8% |
| Accountant | $75,650 | 27.5% |
| Police Officer | $74,680 | 27.8% |
| Firefighter | $60,650 | 34.3% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,460 | 34.4% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,030 | 34.6% |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,950 | 34.7% |
| Electrician | $58,080 | 35.8% |
| HVAC Technician | $56,330 | 36.9% |
| Truck Driver | $55,270 | 37.6% |
| Plumber | $54,320 | 38.3% |
| Carpenter | $47,740 | 43.6% |
| Warehouse Worker | $40,770 | 51.0% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,800 | 53.6% |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,090 | 56.1% |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,970 | 57.8% |
| Restaurant Cook | $31,760 | 65.5% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,670 | 67.8% |
| Cashier | $27,640 | 75.2% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,290 | 79.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Denison?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $478 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $180,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $18,090 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Denison, TX?
Renting in Denison costs a median of about $1,733 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Texas median is $1,451.
How much do I need to make to live in Denison?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $69,320 a year, or $33 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Denison cheap or expensive?
Denison is rated OK: rent takes 28.6% of the typical household income of $72,653. It ranks 275th cheapest of 426 Texas cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Denison?
The median homeowner in Denison pays $2,396 a year in property taxes, about 1.32% of the median home value.
Is Denison more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 6% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Denison?
The median home value in Denison is $180,900, about 2.5 times the typical yearly household income.
25,778 people live in Denison. Numbers are typical (middle) values.