Town in El Paso County, part of the El Paso metro
Living in Homestead Meadows North, TX
670th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 10 of 100
15th of 16 in the El Paso area
Homestead Meadows North earns a grade of D- on our index, 670th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and cost of living, and trails on education levels and health.
- Jobs and income scores low (15 of 100)
- Errands and things to do scores low (7 of 100)
- Population
- 5,795
- Median rent
- $86538% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $192,80032% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $63,088Median
- Average commute
- 37 minOne way
- Violent crime
- No dataNo full-year report
What it's like to live in Homestead Meadows North
Homestead Meadows North sits about 15 miles from downtown El Paso, in the El Paso metro. About 5,795 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel.
The median age is 37.4, 51% of households have children, 87% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $63,088 a year (20% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Homestead Meadows North
- Lower rent. Median rent is $865, 38% lower than the Texas median.
Cons of living in Homestead Meadows North
- Higher unemployment. 11% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
- Higher poverty. 20% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
- Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 37 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
- Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
- Many adults uninsured. 34% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
Who Homestead Meadows North suits
- FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 23% for families.
- Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 20% lower than the Texas median, with 6 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 5% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 34% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 11% for retirees.
- Remote workersNot the best fit: 89% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $865 is 38% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 34% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $865 is 38% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 61% for people on a budget.
Homestead Meadows North report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Homestead Meadows North 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 B
Median rent $865, homes cost 3.1x income.
69 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade D-
Median household income $63,088, 11% unemployed.
15 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade D+
1 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.
28 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: no grade
No full year of crime data from local police.
No score vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade F
0 grocery stores, 6 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.
7 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade D
Average commute 37 min, 13% work from home.
18 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade F
11% have a bachelor’s degree.
4 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade F
34% of adults uninsured.
6 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade B+
87% of homes owner-occupied.
75 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade C
89% of homes have broadband.
46 of 100 vs US towns
Where Homestead Meadows North stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 87%24 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Median rent: $86538% lower than Texas ($1,403)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 37%15 points lower than Texas (52%)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 11%22 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Average commute: 37 min40% higher than Texas (27 min)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 34%15 points higher than Texas (20%)
Cost of living in Homestead Meadows North
Homestead Meadows North renters pay a median of $865 a month, 38% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $35,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 37% 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 $192,800, 32% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,055 before tax, or $1,226 with property tax. That is $361 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.
Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Homestead Meadows North pays $2,053 a year, 51% 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 rent38% lower than Texas | $865 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value32% lower than Texas | $192,800 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income15% lower than Texas | 3.1x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent15 points lower than Texas | 37% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year51% lower than Texas | $2,053 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them24 points higher than Texas | 87% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1996 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,055
- Property tax
- $171
- Median rent, for comparison
- $865
Based on a $192,800 home in Homestead Meadows North, 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.
Schools in Homestead Meadows North
Homestead Meadows North has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 0% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Clint ISD.
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
- CRed Sands ElementaryElementary, Clint ISD76 of 100
Best neighborhoods in Homestead Meadows North
We grade 3 areas inside Homestead Meadows North. The top three are Central Homestead Meadows North (C-), North Homestead Meadows North (D+) and Southwest Homestead Meadows North (D-). Use the map to color the city by any grade, or the sliders to rank areas by what you care about.
All 3 Homestead Meadows North neighborhoods, A to Z
Daily life in Homestead Meadows North
Everyday places mapped inside Homestead Meadows North, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include The Yard.
The average one-way commute is 37 minutes, 40% longer than the Texas average. 13% 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 15 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Homestead Meadows North work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $63,088, income per person is $18,755, unemployment is 11% and 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income20% lower than Texas | $63,088 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person54% lower than Texas | $18,755 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate6 points higher than Texas | 11% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line7 points higher than Texas | 20% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher22 points lower than Texas | 11% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher22 points lower than Texas | 64% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance15 points higher than Texas | 34% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet2 points lower than Texas | 89% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute40% higher than Texas | 37 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home1 points lower than Texas | 13% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Homestead Meadows North
Median age 37.4 years. 51% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Homestead Meadows North
Homestead Meadows North has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 93°F and January lows about 32°F. There are about 78 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 10 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from El Paso 32 Ene, 12 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 very 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
- HurricanesVery low
- TornadoesVery low
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesModerate
- WildfiresHigh
- Winter stormsVery high
- Strong windLow
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 Homestead Meadows North
Nearby, Homestead Meadows South gets a D-, Horizon City gets a C+ and Sparks gets a D+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- D-Homestead Meadows SouthTown, 6,660 people3 mi
- C+Horizon CitySmall city, 23,668 people12 mi
- D+SparksTown, 4,134 people13 mi
- D+Agua DulceTown, 2,697 people14 mi
- C-SocorroSmall city, 37,123 people16 mi
- D+ClintTown, 1,258 people18 mi
Homestead Meadows North 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
- 12DFort Hancock1,345 people52 mito downtown
- 13D-San Elizario10,116 people21 mito downtown
- 14D-Homestead Meadows South6,660 people16 mito downtown
- 15D-Homestead Meadows North5,795 people15 mito downtown
- 16FTornillo1,341 people34 mito downtown
Living in Homestead Meadows North: common questions
Is Homestead Meadows North, TX a good place to live?
Homestead Meadows North earns a grade of D- on our index, 670th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and cost of living, and trails on education levels and health.
How much does it cost to live in Homestead Meadows North?
Renters in Homestead Meadows North pay a median of $865 a month, 38% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $192,800, 32% 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 $1,226, including property tax.
Are the schools good in Homestead Meadows North?
We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Homestead Meadows North. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 28 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
What are the best neighborhoods in Homestead Meadows North?
Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in Homestead Meadows North are Central Homestead Meadows North, North Homestead Meadows North and Southwest Homestead Meadows North. We score 3 areas in the city.
Does Homestead Meadows North flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Homestead Meadows North as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: hail, wildfires and winter storms. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Homestead Meadows North?
Summers in Homestead Meadows North peak at about 93°F in July, and January nights fall to about 32°F. Expect around 78 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 10 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Homestead Meadows North?
The average one-way commute is 37 min, 40% higher than the Texas average. About 13% of workers work from home. It is about 15 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.