ZIP Code 79912, Texas
ZIP Code 79912 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 79912 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in El Paso County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 78,819. The land area covers 23.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78,819 | ±3,431 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 30,680 | ±1,099 | 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 | 34,161 | ±1,001 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 30,680 | ±1,099 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,481 | ±629 |
| Median Home Value | $264,200 | ±$12,528 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,238 | ±$35 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,943 | ±$4,135 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,106 | ±$2,409 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,093 | ±1,408 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 38,964 | ±1,834 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.9% | ±1% |
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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ANTHONY, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ANTHONY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ANTHONY, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ANTHONY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ANTHONY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | ANTHONY, NM |
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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The University of Texas at El Paso
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College | 5.7 mi away | 500 W. University Ave, El Paso, TX, 79968-0691 |
9157475000
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WESTSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 125 BELVIDERE ST, EL PASO, TX, 79912 |
(915) 212-0445
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Pipo Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 3000 Pershing Dr, El Paso, TX, 79903 |
9155653491
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DORRIS VAN DOREN REGIONAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 551 E REDD RD, EL PASO, TX, 79912 |
(915) 212-0440
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Western Technical College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 9451 Diana Drive, El Paso, TX, 79924 |
9155669621
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SUNLAND PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 984 MCNUTT RD, SUNLAND PARK, NM, 88063 |
(575) 874-0873
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-El Paso
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College | 8.0 mi away | 5001 El Paso Drive, El Paso, TX, 79905-2827 |
9152158000
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JENNA WELCH & LAURA BUSH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 6701 S DESERT BLVD RM L100, EL PASO, TX, 79932 |
(915) 831-8889
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Southwest University at El Paso
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College | 8.4 mi away | 6101 Montana, El Paso, TX, 79925 |
9157784001
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MEMORIAL PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 3200 COPPER AVE, EL PASO, TX, 79930 |
(915) 212-0448
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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 EL PASO INTL AP, TX US, located 9.7 miles from ZCTA5 79912. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.6° | 34.5° | 46.5° | 0.39" | 0.8" |
| February | 64.1° | 38.9° | 51.5° | 0.40" | 0.2" |
| March | 71.9° | 45.5° | 58.7° | 0.24" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.0° | 53.3° | 66.6° | 0.17" | 0.0" |
| May | 88.7° | 62.1° | 75.4° | 0.43" | 0.0" |
| June | 97.1° | 70.6° | 83.9° | 0.73" | 0.0" |
| July | 95.8° | 73.0° | 84.4° | 1.58" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.0° | 71.8° | 82.9° | 1.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.3° | 65.4° | 76.9° | 1.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.4° | 54.0° | 66.7° | 0.59" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.0° | 42.0° | 54.5° | 0.43" | 0.5" |
| December | 57.8° | 34.4° | 46.1° | 0.63" | 1.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunland Park city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Prado Verde CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| El Paso city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Canutillo CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Westway CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Santa Teresa CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 79912. • 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.