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El Paso, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

El Paso is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 494. Residents earn $58,529 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
494 Population 120/sq mi density
$58,529 Median Income $26,996 per capita
$134,900 Home Value $258,512 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,529 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,900 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,529
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,900
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.5%
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How El Paso Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population494
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,529
Per Capita$26,996
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,737M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,512
Housing Units354
Rent Burden29.6%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking16.8%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation275 ft (84 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute39 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is El Paso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Paso receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. El Paso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Paso is $58,529, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Paso is $134,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

El Paso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

El Paso has a population of 494 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

494
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Paso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

El Paso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Paso is $58,529, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: El Paso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,529
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,996
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$71,436

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,252
County GDP$5,737M

Business (County)

Restaurants274
Healthcare383
Retail415
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in El Paso is $134,900, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,512.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,900
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,512

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units354
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In El Paso, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Paso vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death9,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities383
El Paso has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation275 ft (84 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates35.1153°N, 92.0812°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.5%
9% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities383
Restaurants274
Retail Stores415

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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