El Paso County Map, Texas
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El Paso County, Texas
El Paso County sits at the westernmost tip of Texas, right on the New Mexico and Mexico borders. It’s a place of contrasts. The county is home to over 800,000 people, making it one of the most populous in the state.
Despite its size, El Paso County has a tight-knit community feel. El Paso is the county seat with a rich cultural heritage. The Franklin Mountains run through the county, providing a stunning backdrop to the urban landscape. It’s hot here. Really hot. But the views are worth it.
The Rio Grande forms the county’s southern border, separating it from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Fort Bliss, one of the largest military complexes in the U.S., is located here. The food scene is incredible. You haven’t lived until you’ve tried the local Tex-Mex.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | El Paso County |
| County Seat | El Paso |
| Population | Approximately 870,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | El Paso, Horizon City, Socorro, Clint, Fabens, Canutillo |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 10, U.S. Highway 54, U.S. Highway 62, State Highway 20 |
| FIPS Code | 48-141 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,015 square miles (1,012 sq mi land, 3 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Doña Ana County, New Mexico (Northwest), Otero County, New Mexico (Northeast), Hudspeth County (East) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 31°47’N, 106°25’W |
| Etymology | Named after the city of El Paso, which means “The Pass” in Spanish |
| Major Landmarks | Franklin Mountains State Park, El Paso Museum of Art, Plaza Theatre, Hueco Tanks State Park |
| Website | El Paso County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
El Paso County Topographic Map
El Paso County stands out because of the Franklin Mountains, which slice right through the northwest. It’s one of the only counties in Texas with real mountain peaks. Elevation changes are steep, and the terrain is rugged. Flat desert plains extend east and south, but the mountains dominate the northwest.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
El Paso County Road Map
El Paso County’s highways cut through mountain passes, desert flats, and border crossings. I-10 is the main route, which travels diagonally. Roads here define movement in a tough landscape. For a full view of the layout, try out our zoom tool.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
El Paso County Satellite Map
The City of El Paso wraps around the base of the Franklin Mountains. It has a sharp contrasts between dark rock and pale desert. To the east, the land opens up with light brown, dry, and mostly empty.
OUTLINE MAP
El Paso County Blank Map
El Paso County is a long, triangular shape pressed against the western edge of Texas. It borders both New Mexico and Mexico. The Rio Grande marks part of the southern border. The rest of its borders are straight lines. It’s Texas’ farthest west corner.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 3 neighboring counties of El Paso County:
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