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State tax rate
$1451
Median 2BR rent
84
Walk score
43
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does El Paso actually cost?
Median 2BR rent is $1,451/mo — about $880/mo less than Washington DC.
Texas has no state income tax — every dollar you earn stays in your pocket.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
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State income tax
$0 — None
Median 2BR rent
$1451/mo
Median home price
$227,455
Walk Score
84/100 — Very walkable
Transit Score
57/100
Violent crime rate
43/100K — well below national avg
HRC Equality Score (2024)
55/100 — Average
Population
868K
Your Personalized Report
What do your numbers look like in El Paso?
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Your ZipSage match score for El Paso
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ZipSage verdict — is El Paso right for you?
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Is El Paso Right For You?
Strong fits — and where it may fall short
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Veterans & Military
No state income tax on military retirement pay or VA disability.
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Cost of Living
Rent well below major metro averages — strong value.
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Walkability
Walk Score 84/100 — Very walkable. Transit Score 57/100.
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Safety
Crime 43/100K — well below national avg (~380).
Is El Paso right for your situation?
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