El Paso, TX Metro Area

El Paso, TX · Metro Area

874,182Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying), part of the El Paso-Las Cruces, TX-NM combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $59,751
Median home value: $180,200
Land area: 5,584 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
El Paso County, TX	Central	870,779	$59,806	$180,400
Hudspeth County, TX	Outlying	3,403	$48,600	$64,000

Largest cities and towns

22 places in our city pages lie in this area.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
El Paso, TX	City	680,130	$59,745
Socorro, TX	City	37,123	$54,744
Horizon City, TX	City	23,668	$65,737
Fort Bliss, TX	CDP	11,460	$57,111
San Elizario, TX	City	10,116	$49,977
Homestead Meadows South, TX	CDP	6,660	$49,327
Canutillo, TX	CDP	5,962	$40,682
Homestead Meadows North, TX	CDP	5,795	$63,088
Fabens, TX	CDP	4,818	$42,533
Anthony, TX	Town	4,580	$54,588
Sparks, TX	CDP	4,134	$34,876
Westway, TX	CDP	3,484	$44,852
Agua Dulce, TX	CDP	2,697	$47,200
Vinton, TX	Village	2,585	$65,991
Fort Hancock, TX	CDP	1,345	$48,000
Tornillo, TX	CDP	1,341	$50,119
Clint, TX	Town	1,258	$43,977
Sierra Blanca, TX	CDP	734	$55,063
Prado Verde, TX	CDP	474	$250,000+
Morning Glory, TX	CDP	431	$60,114
Dell City, TX	City	425	$37,721
Butterfield, TX	CDP	71	under $2,500

Also in the El Paso-Las Cruces, TX-NM combined area

Las Cruces, NM · metro · 224,266

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Unemployment

College Educated

25.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$59,751

Mean Household Income

$79,791

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.8%

Female

50.2%

Population Split

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican77.2%

German3.6%

Irish2.2%

English2.0%

Italian1.1%

African0.6%

French0.5%

Polish0.4%

Scottish0.3%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

23.1%Foreign Born

76.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized53.2%

Non-Citizen46.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later23.0%

Before 201077.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

324,704

Median Rent

$1,079/mo

Median Home Value

$180,200

Median Year Built

1988

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

253,068

College Enrollment

22.1%

High School

21.7%

College Educated

25.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.1 min

Drive Alone Rate

74.9%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

8.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.0%

18-34 Years

26.2%

35-64 Years

34.7%

65+ Years

13.1%

Population Composition

Under 1826.0%

18-3426.2%

35-6434.7%

65+13.1%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

46.1%

Single Parent

9.8%

Living Alone

24.1%

Avg Size

2.86

Household Types

Married Couples46.1%

Single Parent9.8%

Living Alone24.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$28,456

SNAP Usage

19.3%

Health Insurance

78.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k21.3%

$25k - $50k21.1%

$50k - $100k31.2%

$100k+26.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

6.5%

Retail Trade

11.0%

Education & Health Care

25.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

78.3%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.7%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

89.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

151.0

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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