Moving to or from El Paso?
Closer to Los Angeles than to Dallas. The Franklin Mountains rise right through the middle of the city, the Rio Grande separates it from Ciudad Juárez, and the combined El Paso-Juárez metro is the largest bilingual, binational metropolitan area on Earth.
- 680,000 City population
- 2,500,000 Metro area
- 1827 Founded
- Far West Texas (Chihuahuan Desert) Region
Why people move to El Paso.
- The largest binational metropolitan area in the world (El Paso-Juárez, 2.5M+)
- Fort Bliss — one of the largest US Army installations, 1.12 million acres
- The Franklin Mountains rising through the middle of the city
- Closer to San Diego than to Dallas — Far West Texas geography
- A 78% Hispanic population — one of the most bilingual US cities
- Consistently ranked among the safest large US cities
El Paso is closer to Los Angeles (~800 miles) than to Dallas (~650 miles) or Houston (~750 miles) — a reminder of just how big Texas is. Its sister city Ciudad Juárez, Mexico sits directly across the Rio Grande, and the combined El Paso-Juárez urban area is the largest binational metropolitan area in the world with over 2.5 million residents across two countries.
Where people live in El Paso.
A quick guide to El Paso's most moved-to neighborhoods.
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West Side / Upper Valley
Upscale residential along the Rio Grande; Cielo Vista and Kern Place.
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Downtown
San Jacinto Plaza and a revitalizing core; minor-league baseball at Southwest University Park.
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East Side
Master-planned newer communities with family-oriented homes.
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Northeast El Paso
Working-class neighborhoods near Fort Bliss.
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Mission Valley
Historic Spanish mission heritage along the Lower Valley.
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Sunset Heights
Historic neighborhood with early-20th-century mansions.
Where people spend their time in El Paso.
- Franklin Mountains State Park North El Paso
- El Paso Mission Trail (3 historic missions) Lower Valley
- Magoffin Home State Historic Site Downtown
- Hueco Tanks State Park East of El Paso
- El Paso Museum of Art Downtown
- Scenic Drive Overlook Franklin Mountains
Planning a El Paso move.
- Fort Bliss PCS moves are a major part of El Paso's market. Active-duty military relocations use PPSO-approved movers.
- Cross-state moves to Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio involve 600+ mile drives across desert — overnight driver stays are standard.
- Summer desert heat (100°F+ routinely June–September) requires dawn starts.
- Texas TxDMV licensing required — verify any El Paso mover's number before booking.
Moving in El Paso: FAQ.
How much does it cost to move within El Paso?
Local moves run $700–$2,300 for 1–2 bedroom and $2,200–$5,100 for 3–4 bedroom. El Paso is one of the more affordable Texas markets.
Is El Paso safe?
Yes — consistently ranked among the safest large US cities. Despite the border-town stereotype, El Paso's violent crime rate is significantly below the US average for cities its size.
Do El Paso movers need a state license?
Yes. Texas household-goods movers must be licensed by TxDMV.
How do Fort Bliss moves work?
Active-duty Fort Bliss relocations use the base's Personal Property Shipment Office (PPSO) to arrange approved government movers.
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