Town in El Paso County, part of the El Paso metro
Living in Anthony, TX
431st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 42 of 100
5th of 16 in the El Paso area
Anthony earns a grade of C on our index, 431st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and home ownership, and trails on health and education levels.
- Jobs and income scores low (14 of 100)
- Education levels scores low (13 of 100)
- Population
- 4,539+0.2% since 2020
- Median rent
- $1,06624% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $168,20041% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $54,588Median
- Average commute
- 22 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 154Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Anthony
Anthony sits about 14 miles from downtown El Paso, in the El Paso metro. 4,539 people lived here in 2025, up 0.2% from 2020. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2001).
Local spots people know include Ernie Rascon Memorial Park, Los Torres Altos Park and Anthony ISD Libraries.
The median age is 32.4, 55% of households have children, 74% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $54,588 a year (30% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Anthony
- Strong public schools. 67% of the 3 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
- Low violent crime. 154 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 60% lower than the Texas rate.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $1,066, 24% lower than the Texas median.
- Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 22 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
Cons of living in Anthony
- Higher unemployment. 8.1% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
- Many adults uninsured. 34% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail and winter storms as very high here.
- Long, hot summers. Expect about 114 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
Who Anthony suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: 67% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 60% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 57% for families.
- Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 30% lower than the Texas median, with 33 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 19% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 34% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 60% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 16% for retirees.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 93% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,066 is 24% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,066 is 24% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 39% for people on a budget.
Anthony report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Anthony with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Cost of living: grade C+
Median rent $1,066, homes cost 3.1x income.
51 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade D-
Median household income $54,588, 8.1% unemployed.
14 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade B+
3 rated campuses, 67% rated A or B.
76 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade C-
154 violent crimes per 100k, 1,254 property crimes per 100k.
40 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade D+
3 grocery stores, 33 restaurants, 6 parks mapped in town.
30 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade C
Average commute 22 min, 7.6% work from home.
48 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade D-
15% have a bachelor’s degree.
13 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade F
34% of adults uninsured.
8 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade B
74% of homes owner-occupied.
71 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade B-
93% of homes have broadband.
64 of 100 vs US towns
Where Anthony stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 74%11 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Median rent: $1,06624% lower than Texas ($1,403)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 42%9 points lower than Texas (52%)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 15%19 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 34%15 points higher than Texas (20%)
- Median household income: $54,58830% lower than Texas ($78,476)
Cost of living in Anthony
Anthony renters pay a median of $1,066 a month, 24% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $43,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 42% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $969 for a one-bedroom, $1,146 for a two-bedroom and $1,559 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.
The median home is worth $168,200, 41% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $921 before tax, or $1,210 with property tax. That is $144 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.
Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Anthony pays $3,472 a year, 18% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent24% lower than Texas | $1,066 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value41% lower than Texas | $168,200 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income15% lower than Texas | 3.1x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent9 points lower than Texas | 42% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year18% lower than Texas | $3,472 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them11 points higher than Texas | 74% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 2001 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $921
- Property tax
- $289
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,066
Based on a $168,200 home in Anthony, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Is Anthony safe?
In 2025, Anthony Police Department reported 7 violent crimes and 57 property crimes. That works out to 154 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 60% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 1,254 property crimes per 100,000, 40% lower than the state rate.
Violent crime is down about 37% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.
Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.
Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Anthony Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Anthony
Anthony has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 67% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Anthony ISD.
Top-rated campuses include Anthony Middle. The average rating score across all campuses is 86 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.
Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.
Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.
Top-rated schools
- AAnthony MiddleMiddle, Anthony ISD91 of 100
- BAnthony ElementaryElementary, Anthony ISD89 of 100
- CAnthony High SchoolHigh, Anthony ISD77 of 100
Daily life in Anthony
Everyday places mapped inside Anthony, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Ernie Rascon Memorial Park, Los Torres Altos Park, Anthony ISD Libraries.
The average one-way commute is 22 minutes, 16% shorter than the Texas average. 8% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.
Downtown El Paso is about 14 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Anthony work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $54,588, income per person is $22,168, unemployment is 8.1% and 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income30% lower than Texas | $54,588 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person46% lower than Texas | $22,168 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate3 points higher than Texas | 8.1% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line6 points higher than Texas | 20% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher19 points lower than Texas | 15% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points lower than Texas | 79% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance15 points higher than Texas | 34% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet1 points higher than Texas | 93% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute16% lower than Texas | 22 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home7 points lower than Texas | 7.6% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Anthony
Median age 32.4 years. 55% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Anthony
Anthony has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 114 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 9 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from La Tuna 1 S, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is low, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is very low and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.
- River floodingLow
- HurricanesLow
- TornadoesVery low
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesHigh
- WildfiresHigh
- Winter stormsVery high
- Strong windModerate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.
Places near Anthony
Nearby, Vinton gets a B, Westway gets a C- and Canutillo gets a C. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- BVintonTown, 2,585 people2 mi
- C-WestwayTown, 3,484 people2 mi
- CCanutilloTown, 5,962 people5 mi
- C+El PasoCity, 680,130 people14 mi
- D-Homestead Meadows NorthTown, 5,795 people27 mi
- D-Homestead Meadows SouthTown, 6,660 people28 mi
Anthony in the El Paso area
How it ranks among 16 places in the metro.
- 1BVinton2,585 people12 mito downtown
- 2C+El Paso680,130 people0 mito downtown
- 3C+Horizon City23,668 people18 mito downtown
- 4CCanutillo5,962 people11 mito downtown
- 5CAnthony4,580 people14 mito downtown
- 6C-Socorro37,123 people18 mito downtown
- 7C-Westway3,484 people12 mito downtown
- 8C-Fabens4,818 people28 mito downtown
Living in Anthony: common questions
Is Anthony, TX a good place to live?
Anthony earns a grade of C on our index, 431st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and home ownership, and trails on health and education levels.
How much does it cost to live in Anthony?
Renters in Anthony pay a median of $1,066 a month, 24% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $168,200, 41% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.1x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,210, including property tax.
Is Anthony safe?
In 2025, Anthony Police Department reported 154 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 60% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 1,254 per 100,000, 40% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Anthony?
We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Anthony. 67% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 76 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Does Anthony flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Anthony as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: heat waves, hail, wildfires and winter storms. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Anthony?
Summers in Anthony peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 114 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 9 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Anthony?
The average one-way commute is 22 min, 16% lower than the Texas average. About 7.6% of workers work from home. It is about 14 miles from downtown El Paso.
Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.