| ZIP Code | 79930 |
|---|---|
| City | El Paso |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | El Paso County |
| Area Code | 915 |
| Elevation | 4,149 ft |
| Latitude | 31.810423 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.468958 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48141 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 29.2% ▲ 192% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.1% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 619 (4.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,576 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 1,887 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 2,728 (20%) |
| Bachelors | 1,257 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,575 (18.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,826 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,000 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $909/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,729 |
| Vacant Units | 1,851 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,729 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,851 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 79930 is located in El Paso, Texas, within El Paso County. With a population of 25,484, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.9 years. Economically, 79930 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,826 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 79930 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $124,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $909 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.9%) and renters (55.1%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 79930 is primarily Hispanic (89.09%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.2%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 79930 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 79930 in El Paso, TX is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,484 residents, a median household income of $41,826, and a median home value of $124,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.