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677,181
TOTAL POPULATION
333,662
MALE POPULATION
343,519
FEMALE POPULATION
97.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.95
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,434
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,067
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,710
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,031
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
328,693
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in El Paso

The most populous races in El Paso are Hispanic or Latino (552,434 | 81.6%), White / Caucasian (334,767 | 49.4%), and Two or more Races (202,616 | 29.9%).
Race in El Paso
Race# Population% Population
Asian9,6161.4%
Black / African American24,0823.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific1,1860.2%
Hispanic or Latino552,43481.6%
Native / Alaskan4,6490.7%
White / Caucasian334,76749.4%
Two or more Races202,61629.9%
Some other Race100,26514.8%
Total677,181100.0%

Ancestry in El Paso

The most populous ancestries reported in El Paso are Mexican (519,100 | 76.7%), German (25,332 | 3.7%), Irish (16,482 | 2.4%), American (14,575 | 2.1%), and English (13,700 | 2.0%), together accounting for 87.0% of all El Paso residents.
Ancestry in El Paso
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan730.0%
African2,5810.4%
Alaska Native760.0%
Aleut110.0%
American14,5752.1%
Apache7450.1%
Arab1,8630.3%
Argentinean2000.0%
Armenian3290.1%
Austrian3800.1%
Barbadian510.0%
Basque2300.0%
Belgian550.0%
Belizean300.0%
Bhutanese1,7280.3%
Blackfeet1840.0%
Bolivian1270.0%
Brazilian2090.0%
British9050.1%
British West Indian150.0%
Burmese2,5640.4%
Cajun560.0%
Canadian3380.1%
Celtic80.0%
Central American4,2890.6%
Central American Indian3960.1%
Cherokee8250.1%
Cheyenne1250.0%
Chickasaw630.0%
Chilean3270.1%
Chinese140.0%
Chippewa810.0%
Choctaw2890.0%
Colombian7190.1%
Colville120.0%
Comanche1310.0%
Costa Rican8010.1%
Cree240.0%
Creek470.0%
Croatian2380.0%
Cuban8480.1%
Czech7240.1%
Czechoslovakian3290.1%
Danish5720.1%
Delaware290.0%
Dominican9070.1%
Dutch1,2080.2%
Eastern European5940.1%
Ecuadorian2120.0%
Egyptian520.0%
English13,7002.0%
Ethiopian890.0%
European3,2700.5%
Filipino1610.0%
Finnish2550.0%
French4,6050.7%
French Canadian8590.1%
German25,3323.7%
German Russian380.0%
Ghanaian1340.0%
Greek2580.0%
Guamanian / Chamorro6020.1%
Guatemalan9200.1%
Haitian3380.1%
Honduran7160.1%
Hopi470.0%
Houma30.0%
Hungarian5060.1%
Icelander140.0%
Indian (Asian)2,4930.4%
Indonesian2190.0%
Inupiat470.0%
Iranian3090.1%
Irish16,4822.4%
Iroquois4420.1%
Israeli210.0%
Italian8,4351.3%
Jamaican1,2360.2%
Japanese2070.0%
Jordanian590.0%
Korean4,0020.6%
Laotian1260.0%
Lebanese5660.1%
Lithuanian1810.0%
Lumbee1290.0%
Luxembourger210.0%
Malaysian1140.0%
Maltese90.0%
Mexican519,10076.7%
Mexican American Indian1,9200.3%
Mongolian780.0%
Moroccan2070.0%
Native Hawaiian4890.1%
Navajo5280.1%
Nicaraguan1460.0%
Nigerian6600.1%
Northern European3160.1%
Norwegian9830.2%
Ottawa40.0%
Pakistani2550.0%
Palestinian210.0%
Panamanian7560.1%
Pennsylvania German170.0%
Peruvian2840.0%
Pima1040.0%
Polish3,2970.5%
Portuguese6280.1%
Potawatomi670.0%
Pueblo1,3400.2%
Puerto Rican7,4931.1%
Romanian300.0%
Russian8180.1%
Salvadoran9500.1%
Samoan4640.1%
Scandinavian5620.1%
Scotch-Irish1,3410.2%
Scottish2,5380.4%
Senegalese1030.0%
Serbian40.0%
Sioux690.0%
Slavic280.0%
Slovak710.0%
Slovene420.0%
South American2,0080.3%
South American Indian170.0%
Spaniard2,6500.4%
Spanish1,5270.2%
Spanish American760.0%
Spanish American Indian500.0%
Sri Lankan1,0130.2%
Subsaharan African3,9040.6%
Swedish9210.1%
Swiss2720.0%
Syrian2720.0%
Thai1,9760.3%
Tohono O'Odham700.0%
Tongan210.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian570.0%
Turkish3400.1%
Ugandan250.0%
Ukrainian2140.0%
Uruguayan180.0%
Venezuelan1210.0%
Vietnamese220.0%
Welsh1,2000.2%
West Indian2570.0%
Yaqui850.0%
Yugoslavian2440.0%
Yup'ik1080.0%
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Immigrants in El Paso

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in El Paso came from Latin America (139,524 | 20.6%), Central America (136,407 | 20.1%), Mexico (133,665 | 19.7%), Asia (6,551 | 1.0%), and Europe (3,828 | 0.6%), together accounting for 62.0% of all El Paso residents.
Immigrants in El Paso
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1150.0%
Africa2,3720.4%
Argentina2240.0%
Armenia560.0%
Asia6,5511.0%
Australia450.0%
Austria410.0%
Bangladesh350.0%
Barbados410.0%
Belgium580.0%
Belize170.0%
Bolivia1160.0%
Brazil820.0%
Cambodia290.0%
Cameroon2930.0%
Canada5830.1%
Caribbean1,5560.2%
Central America136,40720.1%
Chile910.0%
China9810.1%
Colombia4600.1%
Congo360.0%
Costa Rica7800.1%
Croatia200.0%
Cuba2840.0%
Czechoslovakia330.0%
Denmark90.0%
Dominican Republic4230.1%
Eastern Africa2270.0%
Eastern Asia2,2670.3%
Eastern Europe3900.1%
Ecuador1690.0%
Egypt590.0%
El Salvador5940.1%
England1120.0%
Eritrea320.0%
Ethiopia1090.0%
Europe3,8280.6%
Fiji630.0%
France4280.1%
Germany2,1850.3%
Ghana1950.0%
Greece150.0%
Guatemala6970.1%
Haiti690.0%
Honduras3230.1%
Hong Kong800.0%
Hungary390.0%
India8660.1%
Indonesia560.0%
Iran1430.0%
Iraq630.0%
Ireland630.0%
Israel90.0%
Italy1690.0%
Jamaica5520.1%
Japan2660.0%
Jordan1300.0%
Kenya550.0%
Korea1,0200.2%
Kuwait390.0%
Latin America139,52420.6%
Lebanon740.0%
Liberia240.0%
Malaysia1450.0%
Mexico133,66519.7%
Micronesia800.0%
Middle Africa3290.1%
Morocco210.0%
Nepal850.0%
Netherlands170.0%
Nicaragua880.0%
Nigeria6170.1%
Northern Africa830.0%
Northern Europe3670.1%
Oceania2930.0%
Pakistan680.0%
Panama2430.0%
Peru2660.0%
Philippines1,0870.2%
Poland860.0%
Portugal170.0%
Russia1720.0%
Saudi Arabia270.0%
Scotland540.0%
Senegal160.0%
Singapore180.0%
South Africa330.0%
South America1,5610.2%
South Central Asia1,4320.2%
South Eastern Asia2,1520.3%
Southern Europe3330.1%
Spain1320.0%
Sri Lanka140.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines40.0%
Syria410.0%
Taiwan2140.0%
Thailand850.0%
Trinidad and Tobago570.0%
Turkey2170.0%
Uganda250.0%
Ukraine260.0%
Uruguay180.0%
Uzbekistan390.0%
Venezuela1160.0%
Vietnam6510.1%
West Indies250.0%
Western Africa1,2560.2%
Western Asia7000.1%
Western Europe2,7290.4%
Yemen70.0%
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Sex and Age in El Paso

Sex and Age in El Paso

The most populous age groups in El Paso are 20 to 24 Years (29,119 | 8.7%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (27,360 | 8.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in El Paso
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23,045 (6.9%)22,439 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years23,338 (7.0%)22,578 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years26,336 (7.9%)24,850 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years25,515 (7.6%)24,318 (7.1%)
20 to 24 Years29,119 (8.7%)27,360 (8.0%)
25 to 29 Years28,757 (8.6%)25,621 (7.5%)
30 to 34 Years25,518 (7.6%)22,708 (6.6%)
35 to 39 Years22,232 (6.7%)20,514 (6.0%)
40 to 44 Years20,398 (6.1%)20,749 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years19,492 (5.8%)20,984 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years17,653 (5.3%)19,499 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years18,126 (5.4%)19,121 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years15,873 (4.8%)19,585 (5.7%)
65 to 69 Years13,391 (4.0%)16,471 (4.8%)
70 to 74 Years9,365 (2.8%)12,747 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years6,503 (1.9%)9,434 (2.8%)
80 to 84 Years4,333 (1.3%)6,748 (2.0%)
85 Years and over4,668 (1.4%)7,793 (2.3%)
Total333,662 (100.0%)343,519 (100.0%)

Families and Households in El Paso

Median Family Size in El Paso

The median family size in El Paso is 3.42 persons per family, with married-couple families (107,124 | 64.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.54 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (15,423 | 9.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.92 persons per family.
Median Family Size in El Paso
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple107,124 (64.2%)3.54
Single Male/Father15,423 (9.2%)2.92
Single Female/Mother44,179 (26.5%)3.28
Total Families166,726 (100.0%)3.42

Median Household Size in El Paso

The median household size in El Paso is 2.80 persons per household, with married-couple households (107,124 | 44.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.57 persons per household. non-family households (72,898 | 30.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in El Paso
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple107,124 (44.7%)3.57
Single Male/Father15,423 (6.4%)3.18
Single Female/Mother44,179 (18.4%)3.45
Non-family72,898 (30.4%)1.19
Total Households239,624 (100.0%)2.80

Household Size by Marriage Status in El Paso

Out of a total of 239,624 households in El Paso, 166,726 (69.6%) are family households, while 72,898 (30.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 58,553, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 61,972.
Household Size by Marriage Status in El Paso
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-61,972 (25.9%)
2-Person Households58,553 (24.4%)9,122 (3.8%)
3-Person Households42,304 (17.6%)924 (0.4%)
4-Person Households36,340 (15.2%)678 (0.3%)
5-Person Households18,866 (7.9%)156 (0.1%)
6-Person Households7,231 (3.0%)46 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3,432 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total166,726 (69.6%)72,898 (30.4%)

Female Fertility in El Paso

Fertility by Age in El Paso

Average fertility rate in El Paso is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in El Paso
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years644 (6.2%)26.0
20 to 34 years7,392 (71.2%)98.0
35 to 50 years2,340 (22.6%)36.0
Total10,376 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in El Paso

61.4% of women with births (10,376) in El Paso are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 84.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 28.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in El Paso
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years103 (16.0%)541 (84.0%)
20 to 34 years4,583 (62.0%)2,809 (38.0%)
35 to 50 years1,682 (71.9%)658 (28.1%)
Total6,371 (61.4%)4,005 (38.6%)

Fertility by Education in El Paso

Average fertility rate in El Paso is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 44.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in El Paso
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School933 (9.0%)33.0
High School Diploma2,201 (21.2%)63.0
College or Associate's Degree4,595 (44.3%)79.0
Bachelor's Degree2,032 (19.6%)64.0
Graduate Degree615 (5.9%)52.0
Total10,376 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in El Paso

38.6% of women with births in El Paso are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 89.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 46.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in El Paso
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School525 (56.3%)408 (43.7%)
High School Diploma1,213 (55.1%)988 (44.9%)
College or Associate's Degree2,454 (53.4%)2,141 (46.6%)
Bachelor's Degree1,628 (80.1%)404 (19.9%)
Graduate Degree549 (89.3%)66 (10.7%)
Total6,371 (61.4%)4,005 (38.6%)

Income in El Paso

Income Overview in El Paso

Per Capita Income in El Paso is $27,434, while median incomes of families and households are $63,067 and $55,710 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income677,181$27,434
Median Family Income166,726$63,067
Mean Family Income166,726$84,323
Median Household Income239,624$55,710
Mean Household Income239,624$75,349
Income Deficit166,726$11,031
Wage / Income Gap (%)677,18126.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)677,18173.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index677,1810.47

Earnings by Sex in El Paso

Average Earnings in El Paso are $31,216, $35,847 for men and $26,352 for women, a difference of 26.5%.
Earnings by Sex in El Paso
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male184,390 (54.9%)$35,847
Female151,286 (45.1%)$26,352
Total335,676 (100.0%)$31,216

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in El Paso

The most common earnings brackets in El Paso are $100,000+ for men (19,168 | 10.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (11,344 | 7.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in El Paso
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less8,178 (4.4%)8,745 (5.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9995,318 (2.9%)7,136 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4996,068 (3.3%)7,175 (4.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9996,382 (3.5%)6,226 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4995,727 (3.1%)8,683 (5.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9997,107 (3.8%)7,253 (4.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4995,450 (3.0%)7,370 (4.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9995,418 (2.9%)6,521 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4997,212 (3.9%)7,063 (4.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9996,476 (3.5%)6,241 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99915,296 (8.3%)11,344 (7.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99912,079 (6.6%)10,070 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9998,868 (4.8%)7,590 (5.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9999,076 (4.9%)6,261 (4.1%)
$45,000 to $49,9998,424 (4.6%)5,734 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9996,670 (3.6%)5,564 (3.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99914,534 (7.9%)11,300 (7.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99910,283 (5.6%)6,657 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99916,656 (9.0%)7,701 (5.1%)
$100,000+19,168 (10.4%)6,652 (4.4%)
Total184,390 (100.0%)151,286 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in El Paso

Average earnings in El Paso are $42,823 for men and $30,948 for women, a difference of 27.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $85,351, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $26,995. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,575, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,382.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in El Paso
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$26,995$16,382
High School Diploma$34,472$21,936
College or Associate's Degree$39,971$28,967
Bachelor's Degree$61,521$46,659
Graduate Degree$85,351$64,575
Total$42,823$30,948

Family Income in El Paso

Family Income Brackets in El Paso

According to the El Paso family income data, there are 31,511 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5,835 families (3.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in El Paso
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0008,8365.3%
$10,000 to $14,9995,8353.5%
$15,000 to $24,99912,3387.4%
$25,000 to $34,99915,8399.5%
$35,000 to $49,99923,17513.9%
$50,000 to $74,99931,51118.9%
$75,000 to $99,99921,00712.6%
$100,000 to $149,99926,84316.1%
$150,000 to $199,99911,6717.0%
$200,000+9,6705.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in El Paso

7+ person families (2,976 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in El Paso with $101,512 per family, while 2-person families (62,865 | 37.7%) have the highest median income of $27,399 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in El Paso
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families62,865 (37.7%)$54,798
3-Person Families42,432 (25.5%)$61,268
4-Person Families34,577 (20.7%)$73,261
5-Person Families17,288 (10.4%)$72,006
6-Person Families6,588 (4.0%)$77,869
7+ Person Families2,976 (1.8%)$101,512
Total166,726 (100.0%)$63,067

Family Income by Number of Earners in El Paso

The median family income in El Paso is $63,067, with families comprising 3+ earners (20,625) having the highest median family income of $112,460, while families with no earners (21,010) have the lowest median family income of $26,204, accounting for 12.4% and 12.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in El Paso
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners21,010 (12.6%)$26,204
1 Earner64,044 (38.4%)$47,460
2 Earners61,047 (36.6%)$80,477
3+ Earners20,625 (12.4%)$112,460
Total166,726 (100.0%)$63,067

Household Income in El Paso

Household Income Brackets in El Paso

With 43,851 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in El Paso, accounting for 18.3% of all households. In contrast, only 11,502 households (4.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in El Paso
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00018,2117.6%
$10,000 to $14,99913,8985.8%
$15,000 to $24,99923,7239.9%
$25,000 to $34,99923,4839.8%
$35,000 to $49,99930,67212.8%
$50,000 to $74,99943,85118.3%
$75,000 to $99,99927,55711.5%
$100,000 to $149,99933,06813.8%
$150,000 to $199,99913,8985.8%
$200,000+11,5024.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in El Paso

The median household income in El Paso is $55,710, with the highest median household income of $65,744 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 84,905 households (35.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,003, with 11,153 households (4.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in El Paso
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years11,153 (4.6%)$33,003
25 to 44 Years87,433 (36.5%)$61,316
45 to 64 Years84,905 (35.4%)$65,744
65+ Years56,133 (23.4%)$35,895
Total239,624 (100.0%)$55,710

Poverty in El Paso

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in El Paso

With 16.8% poverty level for males and 21.0% for females among the residents of El Paso, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8,480 males (29.4%) and 6,618 females (29.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in El Paso
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,923 (26.1%)6,618 (29.9%)
5 Years1,125 (23.9%)954 (22.9%)
6 to 11 Years8,480 (29.4%)7,274 (26.2%)
12 to 14 Years3,315 (21.1%)3,833 (25.7%)
15 Years1,490 (27.6%)1,029 (20.7%)
16 and 17 Years2,316 (23.7%)2,502 (26.5%)
18 to 24 Years7,086 (18.3%)8,789 (23.9%)
25 to 34 Years6,405 (12.0%)9,069 (18.8%)
35 to 44 Years4,397 (10.4%)8,048 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,816 (10.3%)6,042 (14.9%)
55 to 64 Years4,709 (13.9%)5,934 (15.3%)
65 to 74 Years3,393 (15.1%)5,370 (18.5%)
75 Years and over2,860 (19.1%)6,273 (27.1%)
Total55,315 (16.8%)71,735 (21.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in El Paso

According to the poverty statistics in El Paso, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 89.6% of males and 85.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in El Paso
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16,789 (73.9%)15,483 (70.1%)
5 Years3,579 (76.1%)3,214 (77.1%)
6 to 11 Years20,384 (70.6%)20,499 (73.8%)
12 to 14 Years12,362 (78.8%)11,065 (74.3%)
15 Years3,904 (72.4%)3,940 (79.3%)
16 and 17 Years7,472 (76.3%)6,959 (73.6%)
18 to 24 Years31,655 (81.7%)27,999 (76.1%)
25 to 34 Years47,049 (88.0%)39,190 (81.2%)
35 to 44 Years37,707 (89.6%)33,190 (80.5%)
45 to 54 Years33,065 (89.6%)34,431 (85.1%)
55 to 64 Years29,154 (86.1%)32,719 (84.7%)
65 to 74 Years19,121 (84.9%)23,702 (81.5%)
75 Years and over12,079 (80.9%)16,915 (73.0%)
Total274,320 (83.2%)269,306 (79.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in El Paso

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in El Paso show that 10.2% or 10,871 of the total 107,124 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 35.0%, comprising of 324 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.9%, which includes 4,395 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in El Paso
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children51,433 (92.1%)4,395 (7.9%)
1 or 2 Children35,666 (89.2%)4,320 (10.8%)
3 or 4 Children8,553 (82.4%)1,832 (17.6%)
5 or more Children601 (65.0%)324 (35.0%)
Total96,253 (89.8%)10,871 (10.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in El Paso

According to the poverty data in El Paso, 14.5% or 2,241 single-father households and 31.1% or 13,752 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 613 households (43.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3,113 households (66.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in El Paso
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children487 (6.6%)2,121 (13.0%)
1 or 2 Children1,130 (17.2%)8,220 (36.2%)
3 or 4 Children613 (43.2%)3,113 (66.8%)
5 or more Children11 (30.6%)298 (63.1%)
Total2,241 (14.5%)13,752 (31.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in El Paso

The poverty data for El Paso shows that 10,871 of the married-couple family households (10.2%) and 15,993 of the single-parent households (26.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 324 households (35.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3,726 household (61.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in El Paso
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children4,395 (7.9%)2,608 (11.0%)
1 or 2 Children4,320 (10.8%)9,350 (31.9%)
3 or 4 Children1,832 (17.6%)3,726 (61.3%)
5 or more Children324 (35.0%)309 (60.8%)
Total10,871 (10.2%)15,993 (26.8%)

Employment Characteristics in El Paso

Employment by Class of Employer in El Paso

Among the 300,196 employed individuals in El Paso, private company employees (188,021 | 62.6%), federal government employees (29,483 | 9.8%), and local government employees (27,478 | 9.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in El Paso
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees188,02162.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)8,2472.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)16,8005.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations16,2145.4%
Local Government Employees27,4789.1%
State Government Employees13,3304.4%
Federal Government Employees29,4839.8%
Unpaid Family Workers6230.2%
Total300,196100.0%

Employment Status by Age in El Paso

According to the labor force statistics for El Paso, out of the total population over 16 years of age (524,232), 62.7% or 328,693 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.8% or 22,351 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 81.4% or 68,289 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.1% or 2,097 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in El Paso
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years13,025 (33.0%)2,097 (16.1%)
20 to 24 Years42,981 (76.1%)5,287 (12.3%)
25 to 29 Years43,611 (80.2%)3,402 (7.8%)
30 to 34 Years38,677 (80.2%)2,630 (6.8%)
35 to 44 Years68,289 (81.4%)3,756 (5.5%)
45 to 54 Years62,025 (79.9%)2,791 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years26,110 (70.1%)940 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years19,041 (53.7%)743 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years12,578 (24.2%)717 (5.7%)
75 Years and over2,211 (5.6%)40 (1.8%)
Total328,693 (62.7%)22,351 (6.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in El Paso

According to labor force statistics for El Paso, 76.5% of individuals (257,675) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (336,830) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 14,172 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.3% or 83,578 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.8% or 2,430 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in El Paso
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School27,618 (60.8%)3,997 (8.8%)
High School Diploma57,852 (72.3%)5,521 (6.9%)
College / Associate Degree88,786 (79.1%)6,173 (5.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher83,578 (84.3%)3,272 (3.3%)
Total257,675 (76.5%)18,526 (5.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in El Paso

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in El Paso are Community & Social Service (33,263 | 11.3%), Management (26,630 | 9.0%), Education Instruction & Library (23,252 | 7.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (18,453 | 6.2%), and Business & Financial (11,859 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in El Paso

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in El Paso, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.4%), Computers & Mathematics (79.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (72.2%), Education Instruction & Library (65.0%), and Health Technologists (64.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in El Paso
OccupationMaleFemale
Management16,737 (62.8%)9,893 (37.1%)
Business & Financial4,877 (41.1%)6,982 (58.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9,169 (77.9%)2,598 (22.1%)
Computers & Mathematics4,403 (79.6%)1,125 (20.3%)
Architecture & Engineering3,577 (87.4%)517 (12.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,189 (55.4%)956 (44.6%)
Community & Social Service 12,030 (36.2%)21,233 (63.8%)
Education, Arts & Media1,227 (27.8%)3,189 (72.2%)
Legal Services & Support937 (45.9%)1,104 (54.1%)
Education Instruction & Library8,143 (35.0%)15,109 (65.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,723 (48.5%)1,831 (51.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6,813 (36.9%)11,640 (63.1%)
Health Technologists4,183 (35.3%)7,668 (64.7%)
Total (Category)49,626 (48.7%)52,346 (51.3%)
Total (Overall)159,645 (54.0%)135,884 (46.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in El Paso are Food Preparation & Serving (19,412 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (13,398 | 4.5%), Security & Protection (12,418 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10,027 | 3.4%), and Law Enforcement (6,948 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in El Paso

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in El Paso, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (78.4%), Security & Protection (76.6%), and Law Enforcement (75.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (84.4%), Personal Care & Service (78.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in El Paso
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support2,086 (15.6%)11,312 (84.4%)
Security & Protection9,511 (76.6%)2,907 (23.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention4,289 (78.4%)1,181 (21.6%)
Law Enforcement5,222 (75.2%)1,726 (24.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving9,691 (49.9%)9,721 (50.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance5,580 (55.6%)4,447 (44.4%)
Personal Care & Service1,390 (21.1%)5,200 (78.9%)
Total (Category)28,258 (45.7%)33,587 (54.3%)
Total (Overall)159,645 (54.0%)135,884 (46.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in El Paso are Office & Administration (37,145 | 12.6%), and Sales & Related (31,963 | 10.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in El Paso

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in El Paso
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related16,040 (50.2%)15,923 (49.8%)
Office & Administration11,339 (30.5%)25,806 (69.5%)
Total (Category)27,379 (39.6%)41,729 (60.4%)
Total (Overall)159,645 (54.0%)135,884 (46.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in El Paso are Construction & Extraction (15,403 | 5.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9,843 | 3.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (332 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in El Paso

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in El Paso
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry276 (83.1%)56 (16.9%)
Construction & Extraction15,107 (98.1%)296 (1.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair9,652 (98.1%)191 (1.9%)
Total (Category)25,035 (97.9%)543 (2.1%)
Total (Overall)159,645 (54.0%)135,884 (46.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in El Paso are Transportation (14,613 | 4.9%), Production (11,552 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (10,861 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in El Paso

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in El Paso
OccupationMaleFemale
Production8,117 (70.3%)3,435 (29.7%)
Transportation12,478 (85.4%)2,135 (14.6%)
Material Moving8,752 (80.6%)2,109 (19.4%)
Total (Category)29,347 (79.3%)7,679 (20.7%)
Total (Overall)159,645 (54.0%)135,884 (46.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in El Paso

Employment Industries in El Paso

The major employment industries in El Paso include Health Care & Social Assistance (43,342 | 14.7%), Educational Services (35,613 | 12.0%), Retail Trade (34,692 | 11.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (25,037 | 8.5%), and Public Administration (20,059 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in El Paso

Employment Industries by Sex in El Paso

The El Paso industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (94.3%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.1%), and Construction (92.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.4%), Educational Services (65.1%), and Finance & Insurance (63.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in El Paso
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting331 (94.3%)20 (5.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction2,013 (94.1%)126 (5.9%)
Construction18,283 (92.2%)1,541 (7.8%)
Manufacturing13,720 (73.5%)4,953 (26.5%)
Wholesale Trade5,141 (71.2%)2,076 (28.8%)
Retail Trade18,616 (53.7%)16,076 (46.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing14,400 (80.7%)3,432 (19.3%)
Utilities1,437 (78.1%)404 (21.9%)
Information2,976 (61.5%)1,865 (38.5%)
Finance & Insurance3,703 (36.7%)6,378 (63.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2,816 (56.8%)2,138 (43.2%)
Professional & Scientific7,958 (54.9%)6,543 (45.1%)
Enterprise Management267 (60.5%)174 (39.5%)
Administrative & Support10,553 (58.1%)7,624 (41.9%)
Educational Services12,434 (34.9%)23,179 (65.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11,518 (26.6%)31,824 (73.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2,445 (55.0%)1,997 (45.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services13,093 (52.3%)11,944 (47.7%)
Public Administration11,917 (59.4%)8,142 (40.6%)
Total159,645 (54.0%)135,884 (46.0%)

Education in El Paso

School Enrollment in El Paso

The most common levels of schooling among the 196,826 students in El Paso are college / undergraduate (48,037 | 24.4%), high school (40,916 | 20.8%), and middle school (39,564 | 20.1%).
School Enrollment in El Paso
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9,4164.8%
Kindergarten9,9415.1%
Elementary School37,20918.9%
Middle School39,56420.1%
High School40,91620.8%
College / Undergraduate48,03724.4%
Graduate / Professional11,7436.0%
Total196,826100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in El Paso

Out of a total of 196,826 students who are enrolled in schools in El Paso, 16,337 (8.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 180,489 (91.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2,779 (22.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 27,687 (95.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in El Paso
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6,220 (85.2%)1,077 (14.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old40,893 (93.1%)3,047 (6.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds47,588 (94.7%)2,670 (5.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds27,687 (95.7%)1,249 (4.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds13,782 (93.7%)926 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds21,409 (92.3%)1,773 (7.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds13,043 (82.3%)2,800 (17.7%)
35 Years and over9,883 (78.0%)2,779 (22.0%)
Total180,489 (91.7%)16,337 (8.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in El Paso

Business (26,435 | 21.5%), education (17,135 | 13.9%), science & technology (14,433 | 11.7%), arts & humanities (11,954 | 9.7%), and engineering (9,397 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 123,186 individuals in El Paso who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in El Paso
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics4,9804.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6,7875.5%
Physical & Health Sciences2,6922.2%
Psychology5,9804.9%
Social Sciences6,2385.1%
Engineering9,3977.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies2,2941.9%
Science & Technology14,43311.7%
Business26,43521.5%
Education17,13513.9%
Literature & Languages4,1513.4%
Liberal Arts & History4,5543.7%
Visual & Performing Arts2,9072.4%
Communications3,2492.6%
Arts & Humanities11,9549.7%
Total123,186100.0%

Transportation & Commute in El Paso

Vehicle Availability by Sex in El Paso

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in El Paso are males with 2 vehicles (66,394, accounting for 40.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (50,439, making up 49.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in El Paso
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3,252 (2.0%)3,098 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle30,931 (18.6%)30,816 (23.1%)
2 Vehicles66,394 (40.0%)50,439 (37.8%)
3 Vehicles38,398 (23.1%)30,057 (22.5%)
4 Vehicles18,763 (11.3%)13,681 (10.2%)
5 or more Vehicles8,318 (5.0%)5,410 (4.1%)
Total166,056 (100.0%)133,501 (100.0%)

Commute Time in El Paso

The most frequently occuring commute durations in El Paso are 20 to 24 minutes (54,466 commuters, 19.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (53,417 commuters, 19.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (41,906 commuters, 15.0%).
Commute Time in El Paso
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,5361.6%
5 to 9 Minutes20,8627.4%
10 to 14 Minutes39,31214.0%
15 to 19 Minutes53,41719.1%
20 to 24 Minutes54,46619.5%
25 to 29 Minutes26,2259.4%
30 to 34 Minutes41,90615.0%
35 to 39 Minutes6,2062.2%
40 to 44 Minutes8,9483.2%
45 to 59 Minutes13,1914.7%
60 to 89 Minutes5,8122.1%
90 or more Minutes5,0731.8%

Commute Time by Sex in El Paso

The most common commute times in El Paso are 20 to 24 minutes (31,506 commuters, 20.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (23,840 commuters, 19.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in El Paso
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,397 (1.5%)2,139 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes10,822 (6.9%)10,040 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes19,953 (12.7%)19,359 (15.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes29,577 (18.8%)23,840 (19.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes31,506 (20.1%)22,960 (18.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes14,725 (9.4%)11,500 (9.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes24,782 (15.8%)17,124 (13.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes3,841 (2.5%)2,365 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes4,727 (3.0%)4,221 (3.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes7,271 (4.6%)5,920 (4.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes4,044 (2.6%)1,768 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes3,339 (2.1%)1,734 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in El Paso

The most frequent times of departure to work in El Paso are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (22,377, 14.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (21,940, 17.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in El Paso
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM8,919 (5.7%)3,744 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9,650 (6.1%)2,703 (2.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10,509 (6.7%)4,717 (3.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM13,591 (8.7%)7,470 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM14,398 (9.2%)11,357 (9.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM22,377 (14.2%)21,940 (17.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM16,027 (10.2%)20,298 (16.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM16,181 (10.3%)13,154 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6,001 (3.8%)6,761 (5.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7,845 (5.0%)8,259 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5,511 (3.5%)4,279 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM2,909 (1.8%)2,301 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM11,778 (7.5%)8,409 (6.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11,288 (7.2%)7,578 (6.2%)
Total156,984 (100.0%)122,970 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in El Paso

Occupancy by Ownership in El Paso

Of the total 239,624 dwellings in El Paso, owner-occupied units account for 142,557 (59.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 97,067 (40.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in El Paso
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units142,55759.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units97,06740.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units239,624100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in El Paso

Occupancy by Household Size in El Paso
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household61,97225.9%
2-Person Household67,67528.2%
3-Person Household43,22818.0%
4+ Person Household66,74927.9%
Total Housing Units239,624100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in El Paso

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in El Paso
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household30,421 (49.1%)31,551 (50.9%)
2-Person Household42,274 (62.5%)25,401 (37.5%)
3-Person Household26,967 (62.4%)16,261 (37.6%)
4+ Person Household42,895 (64.3%)23,854 (35.7%)
Total Housing Units142,557 (59.5%)97,067 (40.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in El Paso

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in El Paso
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20,563 (51.4%)19,458 (48.6%)
High School Diploma27,851 (55.5%)22,330 (44.5%)
College/Associate Degree43,948 (56.0%)34,568 (44.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher50,195 (70.8%)20,711 (29.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in El Paso

Occupancy by Age of Householder in El Paso
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years53,07022.2%
35 to 44 Years45,51619.0%
45 to 54 Years43,33418.1%
55 to 64 Years41,57117.3%
65 to 74 Years32,08113.4%
75 to 84 Years16,5356.9%
85 Years and Over7,5173.1%
Total239,624100.0%

Housing Finances in El Paso

Median Income by Occupancy in El Paso

Median Income by Occupancy in El Paso
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied142,557 (59.5%)$70,988
Renter-Occupied97,067 (40.5%)$37,047
Average239,624 (100.0%)$55,710

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in El Paso

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in El Paso
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003,514 (2.5%)6,426 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9992,818 (2.0%)5,377 (5.5%)
$10,000 to $14,9994,687 (3.3%)9,293 (9.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9994,817 (3.4%)6,963 (7.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9995,616 (3.9%)6,223 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99910,973 (7.7%)12,569 (13.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99916,786 (11.8%)13,882 (14.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99925,918 (18.2%)17,870 (18.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99919,013 (13.3%)8,467 (8.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99926,517 (18.6%)6,513 (6.7%)
$150,000 or more21,898 (15.4%)3,484 (3.6%)
Total142,557 (100.0%)97,067 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in El Paso

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in El Paso
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3009,041 (6.3%)3,678 (3.8%)
$300 to $49921,628 (15.2%)6,071 (6.2%)
$500 to $79926,794 (18.8%)19,640 (20.2%)
$800 to $99913,129 (9.2%)19,355 (19.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49931,990 (22.4%)32,347 (33.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99921,814 (15.3%)8,976 (9.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4999,777 (6.9%)2,515 (2.6%)
$2,500 to $2,9994,364 (3.1%)229 (0.2%)
$3,000 or more4,020 (2.8%)235 (0.2%)
Total142,557 (100.0%)97,067 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in El Paso

Housing Structures in El Paso

Housing Structures in El Paso
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached164,41568.6%
Single Unit, Attached9,1993.8%
2 Unit Apartments6,4032.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments10,9494.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments13,6445.7%
10 or more Apartments27,96811.7%
Mobile Home / Other7,0462.9%
Total239,624100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in El Paso

Housing Structures by Occupancy in El Paso
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached133,128 (81.0%)31,287 (19.0%)
Single Unit, Attached3,092 (33.6%)6,107 (66.4%)
2 Unit Apartments509 (8.0%)5,894 (92.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments408 (3.7%)10,541 (96.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments266 (1.9%)13,378 (98.1%)
10 or more Apartments651 (2.3%)27,317 (97.7%)
Mobile Home / Other4,503 (63.9%)2,543 (36.1%)
Total142,557 (59.5%)97,067 (40.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in El Paso

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in El Paso
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room1,359 (0.9%)5,434 (5.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms3,073 (2.2%)24,932 (25.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms43,525 (30.5%)44,915 (46.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms63,499 (44.5%)17,861 (18.4%)
8 or more Rooms31,101 (21.8%)3,925 (4.0%)
Total142,557 (100.0%)97,067 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in El Paso

Housing Structure by Heating Type in El Paso
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas114,002 (80.0%)55,489 (57.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,808 (1.3%)1,305 (1.3%)
Electricity25,418 (17.8%)39,553 (40.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene137 (0.1%)37 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke7 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels862 (0.6%)250 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used323 (0.2%)433 (0.4%)
Total142,557 (100.0%)97,067 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in El Paso

Household Vehicle Usage in El Paso
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle4,503 (3.2%)12,690 (13.1%)
1 Vehicle35,135 (24.6%)43,848 (45.2%)
2 Vehicles56,005 (39.3%)31,200 (32.1%)
3 or more Vehicles46,914 (32.9%)9,329 (9.6%)
Total142,557 (100.0%)97,067 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in El Paso

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in El Paso

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units63,91778,640
Median Property Value$140,100$173,300
Median Household Income$57,276$14,463
Monthly Housing Costs$519$3,875
Real Estate Taxes$2,749$3,815

Property Value by Mortgage Status in El Paso

Property Value by Mortgage Status in El Paso
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005,059 (7.9%)1,735 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99911,475 (17.9%)6,751 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99942,154 (65.9%)58,834 (74.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9993,778 (5.9%)8,957 (11.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999717 (1.1%)1,719 (2.2%)
$750,000 to $999,999281 (0.4%)313 (0.4%)
$1,000,000 or more453 (0.7%)331 (0.4%)
Total63,917 (100.0%)78,640 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in El Paso

Household Income by Mortgage Status in El Paso
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003,959 (6.2%)1,178 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99910,183 (15.9%)2,373 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9996,450 (10.1%)4,937 (6.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9998,399 (13.1%)4,523 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99910,899 (17.1%)8,387 (10.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,091 (11.1%)15,019 (19.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9999,501 (14.9%)11,922 (15.2%)
$150,000 or more7,435 (11.6%)17,016 (21.6%)
Total63,917 (100.0%)78,640 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in El Paso

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in El Paso
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x26,145 (40.9%)82,878 (105.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x11,841 (18.5%)35,786 (45.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x7,587 (11.9%)18,377 (23.4%)
4.0x or more17,489 (27.4%)9,596 (12.2%)
Total63,917 (100.0%)78,640 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in El Paso

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in El Paso
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8005,393 (8.4%)851 (1.1%)
$800 to $1,4999,200 (14.4%)2,135 (2.7%)
$800 to $1,49945,738 (71.6%)4,623 (5.9%)
Total63,917 (100.0%)78,640 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in El Paso

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in El Paso

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in El Paso
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years49,815 (91.3%)4,715 (8.6%)
6 to 18 Years113,354 (87.8%)15,714 (12.2%)
19 to 25 Years44,721 (61.0%)28,590 (39.0%)
26 to 34 Years55,819 (65.3%)29,630 (34.7%)
35 to 44 Years59,632 (74.1%)20,842 (25.9%)
45 to 54 Years56,734 (73.9%)20,013 (26.1%)
55 to 64 Years56,036 (77.3%)16,452 (22.7%)
65 to 74 Years50,214 (97.3%)1,372 (2.7%)
75 Years and older37,300 (97.8%)827 (2.2%)
Total523,625 (79.1%)138,155 (20.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in El Paso

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in El Paso
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born49,815 (91.3%)4,715 (8.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen113,354 (87.8%)15,714 (12.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen44,721 (61.0%)28,590 (39.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in El Paso

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in El Paso
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00079,471 (71.1%)32,232 (28.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999106,186 (74.2%)36,967 (25.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99992,097 (76.2%)28,727 (23.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99969,082 (79.7%)17,582 (20.3%)
$100,000 and over175,312 (88.9%)21,802 (11.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in El Paso

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in El Paso
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 628,575 (52.4%)23,320 (42.8%)
6 to 18 Years58,080 (45.0%)60,822 (47.1%)
19 to 25 Years7,863 (10.7%)38,249 (52.2%)
25 to 34 Years12,113 (14.2%)46,939 (54.9%)
35 to 44 Years10,997 (13.7%)52,993 (65.8%)
45 to 54 Years10,846 (14.1%)50,683 (66.0%)
55 to 64 Years15,051 (20.8%)45,723 (63.1%)
65 to 74 Years47,873 (92.8%)20,136 (39.0%)
75 Years and over36,829 (96.6%)14,783 (38.8%)
Total228,227 (34.5%)353,648 (53.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in El Paso

Disability Status by Sex by Age in El Paso
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years226 (1.0%)296 (1.3%)
5 to 17 Years6,058 (9.3%)3,022 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years7,413 (8.6%)6,377 (7.6%)
35 to 64 Years16,800 (15.3%)16,478 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years7,197 (32.0%)9,038 (31.1%)
75 Years and over8,098 (54.2%)12,966 (55.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in El Paso

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in El Paso: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years192 (0.8%)169 (0.7%)
5 to 17 Years549 (0.9%)319 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,151 (1.3%)713 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years4,819 (4.4%)2,193 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years3,180 (14.1%)1,657 (5.7%)
75 Years and over3,935 (26.3%)4,481 (19.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in El Paso: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years190 (0.8%)166 (0.7%)
5 to 17 Years1,254 (1.9%)1,025 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years1,843 (2.1%)2,153 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years3,630 (3.3%)4,637 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,710 (7.6%)2,166 (7.4%)
75 Years and over2,064 (13.8%)2,593 (11.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in El Paso: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4,346 (6.7%)1,776 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years3,762 (4.4%)3,440 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years6,209 (5.7%)4,509 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,210 (5.4%)1,360 (4.7%)
75 Years and over2,280 (15.3%)4,584 (19.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in El Paso: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years413 (0.6%)251 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,465 (1.7%)1,202 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years7,580 (6.9%)9,218 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years4,246 (18.9%)6,650 (22.9%)
75 Years and over5,735 (38.4%)10,152 (43.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in El Paso: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,029 (1.6%)360 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years909 (1.1%)900 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years2,788 (2.5%)2,978 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,133 (5.0%)2,020 (7.0%)
75 Years and over2,205 (14.8%)4,469 (19.3%)

Technology Access in El Paso

Computing Device Access in El Paso

Computing Device Access in El Paso
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop175,15673.1%
Smartphone210,79688.0%
Tablet140,73258.7%
No Computing Device19,2928.1%
Total239,624100.0%

Internet Access in El Paso

Internet Access in El Paso
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet3580.2%
Broadband Home165,45669.1%
Cellular Data Only32,06213.4%
Satellite Internet19,3728.1%
No Internet32,59313.6%
Total239,624100.0%

El Paso Summary

El Paso, Texas is a city located in the westernmost part of the state, along the Rio Grande river. It is the sixth-largest city in Texas and the 22nd-largest in the United States. El Paso is the county seat of El Paso County and is part of the El Paso-Las Cruces Combined Statistical Area. The city is situated in the far western corner of the state of Texas, and borders both New Mexico and Mexico.

History

The area that is now El Paso has been inhabited for thousands of years. The first known inhabitants were the Manso Indians, who lived in the area for centuries before the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century. The Spanish established a mission in the area in 1680, and the settlement of El Paso del Norte was founded in 1659. The city was part of the Spanish Empire until 1821, when Mexico gained its independence. El Paso was then part of the Mexican state of Chihuahua until 1848, when it became part of the United States after the Mexican-American War.
El Paso grew rapidly after the arrival of the railroad in 1881, and the city was incorporated in 1873. The city was a major stop on the Butterfield Overland Mail route, and it became a major trading center for the region. El Paso was also a major hub for the cattle industry, and the city was home to several large ranches.
In the early 20th century, El Paso became a major center for the oil and gas industry. The city was also a major center for the military, and Fort Bliss was established in the city in 1848. The city was also home to several military bases, including Biggs Army Airfield and White Sands Missile Range.

Geography

El Paso is located in the far western corner of Texas, along the Rio Grande river. The city is situated at an elevation of 3,800 feet, and is surrounded by the Franklin Mountains. The city covers an area of 251 square miles, and has a population of 681,124.
The climate in El Paso is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches.

Economy

El Paso has a diversified economy, with a strong focus on the military, manufacturing, and tourism. The city is home to several major military installations, including Fort Bliss and White Sands Missile Range. The city is also home to several major manufacturing companies, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon.
The city is also a major tourist destination, with attractions such as the El Paso Zoo, the El Paso Museum of Art, and the El Paso Mission Trail. The city is also home to several major festivals, including the El Paso International Mariachi Festival and the El Paso Balloon Festival.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, El Paso had a population of 679,036. The racial makeup of the city was 77.2% Hispanic or Latino, 16.2% White, 4.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, and 1.2% from other races. The median household income was $37,845, and the median family income was $45,945.
El Paso is a culturally diverse city, with a large population of Mexican-Americans. The city is also home to a large population of immigrants from other countries, including Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The city is also home to a large population of military personnel, and the city has a large veteran population.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of El Paso?
Total Population of El Paso is 677,181.
What is the Total Male Population of El Paso?
Total Male Population of El Paso is 333,662.
What is the Total Female Population of El Paso?
Total Female Population of El Paso is 343,519.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in El Paso?
There are 97.13 Males per 100 Females in El Paso.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in El Paso?
There are 102.95 Females per 100 Males in El Paso.
What is the Median Population Age in El Paso?
Median Population Age in El Paso is 33.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in El Paso
Average Family Size in El Paso is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in El Paso
Average Household Size in El Paso is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in El Paso?
Per Capita income in El Paso is $27,434.
What is the Median Family Income in El Paso?
Median Family Income in El Paso is $63,067.
What is the Median Household income in El Paso?
Median Household Income in El Paso is $55,710.
What is Income or Wage Gap in El Paso?
Income or Wage Gap in El Paso is 26.5%.
Women in El Paso earn 73.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in El Paso?
Family Income Deficit in El Paso is $11,031.
Families that are below poverty line in El Paso earn $11,031 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in El Paso?
Inequality or Gini Index in El Paso is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in El Paso?
There are 328,693 People in the Labor Forcein in El Paso.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in El Paso?
62.7% of People are in the Labor Force in El Paso.
What is the Unemployment Rate in El Paso?
Unemployment Rate in El Paso is 6.8%.