What are the schools like in Dennis, TX?

Dennis is served primarily by LIPAN ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.1:1.

What is the median household income in Dennis?

The median household income in Dennis, TX is $214,900 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Dennis, TX?

Dennis has an average high temperature of 56.8°F in January and 96.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.5 inches.

Dennis, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dennis, TX affordable or expensive?

Dennis's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dennis is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $424,100 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dennis, TX?

Dennis has a violent crime rate of 162.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1212.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dennis, TX a Good Place to Live?

Dennis is a small town of 882 in Texas, with a median household income of $214,900 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Dennis stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Dennis is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dennis city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 103.3

Dennis's overall cost of living index is 103.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dennis costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Dennis, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$424,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$214,900	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dennis's violent crime rate is 162.4 per 100,000 residents — 57% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

162.4 /100k

Property Crime

1212.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Dennis is served primarily by LIPAN ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dennis, TX	National Avg
School District	LIPAN ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	56.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dennis sees average highs of 56.8°F in January and 96.5°F in July, with 33.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dennis, TX
Average High — January	56.8°F
Average High — July	96.5°F
Annual Precipitation	33.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.5"

Demographics

Metric	Dennis, TX	National Avg
Population	882	—
Median Age	38.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	43.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.4%	22.2%
65 and over	9.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Horseshoe Bend, TX 3 mi Western Lake, TX 7 mi Lipan, TX 9 mi Oak Trail Shores, TX 10 mi Millsap, TX 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Dennis

Dennis, TX is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

76462 76439

Dennis vs Other Cities

Dennis, TX vs Horseshoe Bend, TX Dennis, TX vs Western Lake, TX Dennis, TX vs Lipan, TX Dennis, TX vs Oak Trail Shores, TX Dennis, TX vs Millsap, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis, TX affordable or expensive?

Dennis's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Dennis roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $424,100 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Dennis, TX?

Dennis's violent crime rate is 162.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1212.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dennis?

Public schools in Dennis are operated by LIPAN ISD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1. 56.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dennis, TX a good place to live?

Dennis, TX has a population of 882, a median household income of $214,900, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Dennis?

Dennis averages 56.8°F in January and 96.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.3 inches with about 0.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dennis?

Dennis, TX is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 76462, 76439.

What is the population of Dennis?

The population of Dennis, Texas is 882 with a median age of 38.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dennis?

Key numbers for living in Dennis: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $424,100, median household income $214,900, crime index 49 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dennis side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.