Contact Information
County Economic Development
500 E. San Antonio, Suite 312
El Paso, Texas 79901
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Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone (915) 273-3583
Fax (915) 273-3573
Email economicdevelopment@epcounty.com
More Information
Economic Development Policies, Incentives, and Guidelines
Chapter 381 Incentives Policy
Mission Trail Guidelines
Infill Development Guidelines
Healthy Food Financing Initiative Guidelines
Chapter 381 Incentives Application
Infill Development Application
Historic Structure & Façade Application
Customized Training Application
Economic Impact Fund Policy
Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Fund Policy
DEMOGRAPHICS
| Total Population |  Male 431,851 49.8% |
 Female 435,310 50.2% |
Age Distribution | 0-9 yrs 130,886 10-19 yrs 132,054 20-34 yrs 191,002 35-54 yrs 203,264 55-59 yrs 45,582 60 + 130,804 |
*Census.gov
 Less than high school 14.9% |
 High School 24.7% |
 Some College 23.4% |
 Associate Degree 10.0% |
 Bachelors Degree 18.5% |
 Graduate Degree 8.5% |
*Census.gov
| Less than High School | 9.9% / 36,412 |
| High School Diploma | 26.3% / 97,128 |
| Some College, No Degree | 19.31% / 71,211 |
| Associate Degree | 7.3% / 46,795 |
| Bachelors Degree | 22.42% / 82,665 |
| Graduate Degree | 4.4% / 25,825 |
*Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
1. Trade, Transportation, and Utilities (21%)
2. Government (21%)
3. Private Education and Health Services (15%)
*Borderplex - Labor market review Vol. 4, 11
| Inventory YTD (SF) | Overall Vacancy Rate | Under Construction (SF) | Overall Weighted Average Net Rent | |
| Warehouse/Distribution | 60,925,370 | 11.9% | 5,685,279 | $7.50 |
| Manufacturing | 5,706,290 | 0% | 0 | $8.50 |
| Office Services/Flex | 7,656,652 | 3.1% | 58,100 |
*Cushman & Wakefield/PIRES international Report
Cost of Living
El Paso, Texas, boasts a cost of living that is 12% lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for residents. Housing expenses are particularly affordable, coming in at 28% below the national average. Utility costs are also favorable, with prices 10% lower than what you'd find elsewhere in the country.
While transportation expenses, including bus fares and gas prices, are slightly higher—about 3% above the national average—grocery prices in El Paso are 4% lower, providing a budget-friendly option for families. Additionally, healthcare costs in the area are 11% lower than the national average, further enhancing the city's appeal for those seeking a quality lifestyle without breaking the bank.
Education
There are nine public school districts in the El Paso area, with a total enrollment of 177,905 and 11,423 graduates for the 2011−2012 academic year. There are 55 private schools, with a combined total enrollment of 9,783 students. El Paso County is served by nine school districts, four of which serve portions of the city of El Paso (marked by asterisks):
• El Paso Independent School District*
• Ysleta Independent School District*
• Canutillo Independent School District*
• Socorro Independent School District*
• Fabens Independent School District
• Anthony Independent School District
• San Elizario Independent School District
• Tornillo Independent School District
• Clint Independent School District
Universities
The El Paso region is home to nine post-secondary institutions, including two four-year and graduate post-secondary institutions — The University of Texas at El Paso and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso. You’ll find seven two-year community colleges, professional and technical schools. The county’s four-year universities enroll close to 30,000 students annually, while the two-year institutions and technical colleges enroll approximately 33,000 annually.
University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
With an enrollment of approximately 25,000 students, UTEP offers 74 baccalaureate, 76 master’s and 22 doctoral programs within its academic colleges
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso TTUHSC
TTUHSC is an independently accredited, comprehensive, health-sciences university with component schools of Allied Health, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. TTUHSC provides West Texas with high-quality, accessible healthcare services and access to educational opportunities. TTUHSC opened the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine in El Paso in 2009. This four-year, research-focused institute is the only medical school to be accredited in the U.S. in 25 years and the only medical school located on the U.S.-México border.
El Paso Community College
With six locations throughout the region, El Paso Community College (EPCC) is one of the fastest-growing community colleges in the nation. It currently serves more than 30,000 students each semester. EPCC continues to receive national recognition for its educational excellence while offering a diversity of programs relevant to today’s workforce needs receiving the Aspen Prize as a Top 10 Community College in 2015. The college offers 130 associate-degree and certificate-of-completion programs and offers more than 350 personal-enrichment/continuing-education courses. Coursework at EPCC is transferable to any Texas college or university.
Southwest University at El Paso offers certificates in allied health and automotive technologies, and bachelor degree programs in business and health administration. There are several private universities that offer bachelor and master’s degree programs with branch campuses which include: Webster University, Howard Payne University, and the University of Phoenix.
Technical/Career Schools
Technical schools within the region, including Western Technical College, offer certificates and associate degrees. Vantage College offers certificates in health care, information technology and management. Brightwood College offers certificates in allied health, information technology and business
