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Denton, TX vs Keller, TX
Denton, TX vs Keller, TX: What the data shows
Denton, TX is in Denton, TX while Keller, TX is in Keller, TX — both in the same state. WYLT rates Denton, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Keller, TX as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Keller, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Denton, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Keller, TX has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Denton, TX has Low flood risk and Keller, TX has Low flood risk.
Denton, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Denton, TX scores 52/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Keller, TX's 31/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Keller, TX has the higher school rating — Denton, TX rates 6.6/10 and Keller, TX rates 6.8/10.
| Category | Denton, TX | Keller, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $340K | N/A |
| Median Rent | $1K | N/A |
| Median Income | $64K | N/A |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 52/100 ✓ More walkable | 31/100 |
| Transit Score | 22/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 44/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 52 min | 49 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families with young childrenPeople who value outdoor recreation and natureThose who want a small-town feel without being too isolated | FamiliesSuburban lifestyle enthusiastsThose with cars |
Bottom line
If you value a small-town feel with easy access to nature and don't mind a 52-minute commute, Denton might be the better choice. However, if good schools are your top priority and you're comfortable with a car-dependent lifestyle, Keller could work for you. If you want something in between, Keller's schools might be worth the trade-off for a shorter commute and a more suburban atmosphere.
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