RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · TX

ZIP 79924

Part of El Paso, TX
Pop. 60,364·El Paso County·549th most expensive ZIP in Texas
Median rent (all units)
$1,324/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.9%
Month-over-Month
-3.2%
vs US Median
-$641
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 79924 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 79924 · $1,324
More affordable than 85% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$850
1 BR
$1,050
2 BR
$1,230
3 BR
$1,690
4 BR+
$2,060
Research median
$1,230/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,888/yr
At $1,324/mo median
Location
StateTX
CountyEl Paso County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 2.9% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.9% YoY, -3.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 79924 (El Paso, TX) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
60,364
Median income
$56,976
Median age
34.4
Renters
38.5%
Age distribution
23.9%
26.9%
23.3%
15.7%
Under 1823.9%
18–3426.9%
35–5423.3%
55–6410.2%
65+15.7%
Gender
49.7%
50.3%
Male49.7%
Female50.3%
Race & ethnicity
28.8%
72.6%
White28.8%
Black7.8%
Hispanic72.6%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
19.3%
27.3%
32.7%
20.6%
No HS diploma19.3%
HS diploma27.3%
Some college32.7%
Bachelor's+20.6%
Housing tenure
61.5%
38.5%
Owner61.5%
Renter38.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 79924 in El Paso, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$47,778 → $56,976
up 19.3%
Population
59,420 → 60,364
up 1.6%
Renter share
37.9% → 38.5%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
18% → 20.6%
+2.6 pts
Median age
33.8 → 34.4
+0.6 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $56,976 today, compared with $47,778 five years earlier. The population has grown by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 59,420 residents to roughly 60,364. College-educated residents now make up 20.6% of adults here, versus 18% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 79924

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 79924

About renting in ZIP 79924

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 79924 covers El Paso, TX. The median rent here is $1,324/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,050/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,230/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($56,976/yr), ZIP 79924 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 79924?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 79924 (El Paso, TX) is $1,324. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 79924 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 79924's median rent of $1,324/mo is $641 (33%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 79924 compare to other ZIPs in Texas?

ZIP 79924 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Texas, ranking #549 out of 689 ZIPs at $1,324/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 79924?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,324/mo in ZIP 79924. The local median household income is $56,976/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 79924?

Rent in ZIP 79924 has decreased 2.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 79924 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 79924 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,324/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($56,976/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 79924 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 79924 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.5% of ZIP 79924 households are renters, while 61.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 79924 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 79924 compare to the rest of El Paso?

ZIP 79924 is more affordable than El Paso overall. At $1,324/mo, it's $197 below the El Paso citywide median of $1,521/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 79924 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 79924 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,324/mo, rent takes ~28% of ZIP 79924's median household income ($56,976/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 79924 28%Benchmark 30%
State income taxNone
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 79924 (El Paso, TX)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.