Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 20,115 (4.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 116,322 (24.8%) |
| Some College | 68,827 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 80,328 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 50,202 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 132,969 (28.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,051 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $169,746 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,104/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 321,037 |
| Vacant Units | 24,494 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
El Paso County is located in Texas and encompasses 145 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 866,692 residents. With a median age of 33.82, it is a relatively young county.
El Paso County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,051 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in El Paso County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $169,746 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,104. Homeownership rates are high at 65.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of El Paso County are primarily Hispanic (82.68%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
El Paso County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 145 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79821 | Anthony | 6,550 | $58,171 | $135,700 | $973 | 6.3% | 26.7% |
| 79835 | Canutillo | 12,289 | $42,955 | $103,200 | $921 | 4.4% | 25.9% |
| 79836 | Clint | 7,481 | $56,052 | $107,500 | $971 | 4.7% | 33.7% |
| 79901 | El Paso | 8,321 | $13,984 | $93,100 | $517 | 12.4% | 20.7% |
| 79902 | El Paso | 18,529 | $45,333 | $223,300 | $777 | 7.4% | 50.6% |
| 79903 | El Paso | 15,120 | $38,294 | $118,300 | $883 | 4.3% | 27.6% |
| 79904 | El Paso | 33,022 | $40,892 | $117,400 | $1,017 | 10.8% | 25.2% |
| 79905 | El Paso | 22,062 | $25,496 | $103,900 | $646 | 10.4% | 21.4% |
| 79906 | El Paso | 6,061 | $51,907 | — | $1,510 | 5.1% | 39.5% |
| 79907 | El Paso | 47,850 | $41,901 | $110,600 | $910 | 5.3% | 27.2% |
| 79908 | El Paso | 4,253 | $62,675 | — | $1,753 | 1.7% | 51.7% |
| 79911 | El Paso | 9,107 | $108,525 | $293,500 | $1,421 | 3.0% | 69.6% |
| 79912 | El Paso | 79,126 | $72,290 | $248,400 | $1,191 | 5.1% | 59.6% |
| 79915 | El Paso | 34,731 | $35,938 | $117,600 | $808 | 5.8% | 23.6% |
| 79922 | El Paso | 7,162 | $89,364 | $297,300 | $1,193 | 1.6% | 59.8% |
| 79924 | El Paso | 60,399 | $56,786 | $131,200 | $1,062 | 8.9% | 32.7% |
| 79925 | El Paso | 40,241 | $57,735 | $176,300 | $1,039 | 4.0% | 39.6% |
| 79927 | El Paso | 43,126 | $51,735 | $125,300 | $1,070 | 5.0% | 24.4% |
| 79928 | El Paso | 82,792 | $73,704 | $188,600 | $1,145 | 6.5% | 38.6% |
| 79930 | El Paso | 25,484 | $41,826 | $124,000 | $909 | 6.2% | 28.1% |
| 79932 | El Paso | 29,524 | $76,789 | $253,300 | $1,042 | 5.7% | 55.7% |
| 79934 | El Paso | 27,347 | $75,442 | $197,300 | $1,387 | 5.5% | 53.2% |
| 79935 | El Paso | 19,073 | $65,000 | $194,700 | $1,070 | 6.5% | 41.3% |
| 79936 | El Paso | 104,427 | $64,958 | $169,500 | $1,214 | 5.3% | 41.0% |
| 79938 | El Paso | 97,851 | $75,801 | $199,700 | $1,433 | 5.9% | 40.4% |
| 79838 | Fabens | 4,813 | $43,413 | $89,700 | $645 | 3.2% | 37.7% |
| 79849 | San Elizario | 13,582 | $45,067 | $104,200 | $878 | 3.0% | 21.6% |
| 79853 | Tornillo | 2,964 | $46,767 | $84,900 | — | 3.2% | 26.0% |