El Paso, TX
EL PASO, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.28.20)
AGE IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 56,254 | 8.3% |
| 25 to 29 years | 53,402 | 7.8% |
| 30 to 34 years | 46,180 | 6.8% |
| 35 to 39 years | 41,689 | 6.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 43,663 | 6.4% |
| 45 to 49 years | 40,538 | 6.0% |
| 50 to 54 years | 39,723 | 5.8% |
| 55 to 59 years | 38,884 | 5.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 32,757 | 4.8% |
| 65 to 69 years | 25,888 | 3.8% |
| 70 to 74 years | 20,897 | 3.1% |
| 75 to 79 years | 15,902 | 2.3% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10,984 | 1.6% |
| 85+ years | 11,019 | 1.6% |
The median age in El Paso is 32.9 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 549,700 | 80.8% |
| Black or African American | 25,835 | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 3,651 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 9,329 | 1.4% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 1,066 | 0.2% |
| Other | 72,677 | 10.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 51,387 | 12.2% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 34,664 | 8.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 98,730 | 23.4% |
| Some college, no degree | 99,714 | 23.7% |
| Associate’s degree | 33,093 | 7.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 69,137 | 16.4% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 34,801 | 8.3% |
| High school graduate or higher | 335,475 | 79.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 103,938 | 24.7% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 317,588 | 75.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.7% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.8% |
Median household income: $45,656
Mean household income: $62,132
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $16,899 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $24,662 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $29,210 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $47,479 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $61,504 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 531,482 | NA |
| Never married | 183,827 | 34.6% |
| Now married (except separated) | 235,148 | 44.2% |
| Separated | 19,976 | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 31,723 | 6.0% |
| Divorced | 60,808 | 11.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 134,579 | 20.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 133,227 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 92,037 |
| Single-family detached units | 165,865 |
| Homeownership rate | 59.1% |
| Vacancy rate | 9.5% |
| Renters rate | 75.0% |
| Average housing value | $147,093 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $810 |
| Average rent | $722 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Average income | $62,132 |
| Average household size | 2.99 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 62.0% |
| Percent disabled | 13.7% |
| Percent with health coverage | 80.7% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 22.8 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.7% |
| Percent veterans | 8.9% |
| Percent foreign born | 23.8% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 29.0% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $56,524.79 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $426.13 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $261.61 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $70.24 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $35.26 |
| Apparel & services | $1,685.92 |
| Men’s apparel | $329.97 |
| Women’s apparel | $540.63 |
| Children’s apparel | $275.87 |
| Boys’ apparel | $91.30 |
| Girls’ apparel | $105.67 |
| Footwear | $388.27 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,892.65 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $304.10 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $923.72 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,325.58 |
| Education | $1,092.00 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,400.38 |
| Club membership fees | $165.50 |
| Dating services | $0.53 |
| Pet food | $190.97 |
| Pet services | $49.43 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,995.79 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $519.76 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $399.44 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $783.61 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $905.70 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $396.45 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,387.27 |
| Health care | $4,395.23 |
| Medical services | $820.56 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $109.12 |
| Household Services | $1,534.54 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $45.28 |
| Lawn and garden services | $331.10 |
| Housekeeping services | $141.86 |
| PC repair | $5.07 |
| Housing | $17,767.20 |
| Home improvements | $1,939.16 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,836.04 |
| Phone services | $1,395.27 |
| Water | $612.55 |
| Life and other insurance | $310.20 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,994.13 |
| Personal care products and services | $688.91 |
| Hair care products | $83.39 |
| Personal care products | $289.84 |
| Local transportation | $6,726.75 |
| Gasoline | $1,799.02 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $868.28 |
| Travel | $1,605.55 |
| Airline fares | $394.51 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $18.42 |
| Lodging on trips | $429.07 |
| Food and drink on trips | $388.13 |
| Entertainment on trips | $138.23 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN EL PASO COUNTY (home to EL PASO, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 44% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,820 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 22% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $650 |
| % with student loan debt | 18% |
| Average student loan debt | $15,002 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $130 |
| % with auto debt | 33% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN EL PASO, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 12,993 | 4.3% |
| February 2019 | 11,837 | 3.9% |
| March 2019 | 11,106 | 3.7% |
| April 2019 | 9,469 | 3.1% |
| May 2019 | 9,923 | 3.3% |
| June 2019 | 11,626 | 3.9% |
| July 2019 | 11,883 | 4.0% |
| August 2019 | 11,743 | 3.9% |
| September 2019 | 11,008 | 3.6% |
| October 2019 | 10,825 | 3.5% |
| November 2019 | 10,879 | 3.5% |
| December 2019 | 10,439 | 3.4% |
| January 2020 | 11,746 | 3.8% |
| February 2020 | 11,213 | 3.6% |
| March 2020 | 15,537 | 5.1% |
| April 2020 | 40,358 | 14.5% |
| May 2020 | 40,631 | 14.0% |
| June 2020 | 27,012 | 9.1% |
| July 2020 | 25,017 | 8.4% |
| August 2020 | 21,411 | 6.9% |
| September 2020 | 24,732 | 8.1% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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