Cost of Living in El Paso
Median income in El Paso is $42,000/year ($3,500/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.
Average Rent in El Paso
$650
Studio
$800
1 Bedroom
$1,000
2 Bedrooms
Monthly Budget Breakdown: $3,500/month
How to allocate the median El Paso income of $42,000/year after taxes.
Housing
$800
Food & Groceries
$350
Transportation
$300
Utilities
$180
Healthcare
$175
Entertainment
$210
Personal & Other
$175
Savings
$1,310
Total
$3,500
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Affordable Neighborhoods in El Paso
Westside El Paso has newer developments with affordable rents
Central El Paso near UTEP offers student-friendly pricing
The Upper Valley has larger homes and a suburban feel at low costs
Money-Saving Tips for El Paso
No state income tax — Texas keeps your full paycheck
Cross-border shopping in Ciudad Juarez can save on groceries and dental care
Shop at H-E-B and local mercados for some of the lowest grocery prices in the US
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