ZIP Code 79849, Texas
ZIP Code 79849 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 79849 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in El Paso County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,409. The land area covers 13.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,409 | ±1,213 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.2 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,975 | ±325 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,292 | ±358 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,975 | ±325 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 317 | ±154 |
| Median Home Value | $109,800 | ±$12,882 |
| Median Gross Rent | $919 | ±$97 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,831 | ±$7,816 |
| Per Capita Income | $16,027 | ±$1,635 |
| Poverty Rate | 32.2% | ±9.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,638 | ±1,426 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,912 | ±662 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±9.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 875,784 (2024)
ID: 175879
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
500 E SAN ANTONIO AVE, RM 301, EL PASO TX 79901-2420
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 02-05 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | AE | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | SAN ELIZARIO, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | SAN ELIZARIO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | EL PASO, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Western Technical College
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College | 8.3 mi away | 9624 Plaza Circle, El Paso, TX, 79927 |
9155323737
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SERGIO TRONCOSO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 9321 ALAMEDA AVE, EL PASO, TX, 79907 |
(915) 212-0453
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CET-El Paso
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College Vocational | 9.7 mi away | 294 Candelaria Street, El Paso, TX, 79907 |
4082877924
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ILUMINA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 15371 KENTWOOD AVE, EL PASO, TX, 79928 |
(915) 273-3409
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Milan Institute of Cosmetology-El Paso
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College Vocational | 12.8 mi away | 1580 George Dieter Dr., Ste 207, El Paso, TX, 79936 |
9158574444
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JUDGE EDWARD S MARQUEZ MISSION VALLEY BRANCH
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 610 N YARBROUGH DR, EL PASO, TX, 79915 |
(915) 212-0600
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Tri-State Cosmetology Institute
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College Vocational | 13.5 mi away | 1120 Vista de Oro Dr, El Paso, TX, 79935 |
9155338274
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IRVING SCHWARTZ BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 1865 DEAN MARTIN DR, EL PASO, TX, 79936 |
(915) 212-0315
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Montana Barber Institute
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College Vocational | 13.6 mi away | 1920 N Zaragoza Rd. Suite 101 - 103, El Paso, TX, 79938-4655 |
9157607964
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ENRIQUE MORENO LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 7380 ALAMEDA AVE, EL PASO, TX, 79915 |
(915) 212-0782
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at TORNILLO 2 SSE, TX US, located 16.4 miles from ZCTA5 79849. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.1° | 28.8° | 44.9° | 0.36" | 0.4" |
| February | 67.1° | 33.1° | 50.1° | 0.37" | 0.2" |
| March | 74.9° | 39.5° | 57.2° | 0.25" | 0.0" |
| April | 82.5° | 46.5° | 64.5° | 0.23" | 0.0" |
| May | 90.7° | 53.6° | 72.2° | 0.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 97.7° | 62.6° | 80.1° | 0.65" | 0.0" |
| July | 95.4° | 66.8° | 81.1° | 1.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.8° | 65.9° | 79.9° | 1.45" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 59.0° | 73.9° | 1.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.9° | 47.5° | 64.2° | 0.77" | 0.1" |
| November | 69.6° | 35.2° | 52.4° | 0.36" | 0.3" |
| December | 60.1° | 28.5° | 44.3° | 0.54" | 0.7" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Elizario city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Clint town | Town | 2.4 mi | — |
| Morning Glory CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Socorro city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Sparks CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Fabens CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 79849. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.