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Denton, Pemiscot County, Missouri
Census-Designated Place
Country United States
State Missouri
County Pemiscot
Area
 • Total 0.38 sq mi (0.98 km2)
 • Land 0.38 sq mi (0.98 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
259 ft (79 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 82
 • Density 216.93/sq mi (83.81/km2)
FIPS code 29-19144
GNIS feature ID 2804679

Denton is a small place in Pemiscot County, located in the state of Missouri, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is managed by the county or a larger local authority.

About Denton

Denton is found in the southeastern part of Missouri. It is part of Pemiscot County. The area is mostly flat, typical of the Missouri Bootheel region.

How Denton Got Its Name

The community of Denton was named after Neil V. Denton. He was the person who originally owned the land where the community is located. Many towns in the United States are named after their first settlers or landowners.

Population and People

Understanding the population of a place helps us learn about its size. This is called demographics.

Denton's Population Count

According to the 2020 United States Census, Denton had a population of 82 people. This number helps us see how many residents live in the community.

Learning and Schools

Education is important for any community. Denton is served by a local school district.

Local School District

Students living in Denton attend schools that are part of the South Pemiscot Schools district. This district provides education for children in the area.

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