Homelessness in Denton has increased significantly over the past few years. The city has seen a substantial rise in homelessness, with numbers nearly tripling since 2019.

City staff recently updated the Denton City Council on efforts to address the issue. The update comes after a notable increase in homelessness was reported, with a 282% rise from 2019 to 2025.

Further information on the city's initiatives and response to the increase in homelessness is available from the Denton City Council update and other local sources.