America's Movers — Moving Americans to What Moves Americans
Living in Socorro, Texas
Socorro is an El Paso County city of 33,000 on the Rio Grande, southeast of El Paso, with one of the oldest histories of any Texas municipality — the Socorro Mission, founded in 1691 by Tigua Indians and Franciscan missionaries, predates most American settlements by more than a century. The mission
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Socorro, Texas?
When relocating to Socorro, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in Texas. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
37,123
Nearby Airport
ELP · El Paso International Airport
Approximate
Climate / Avg Temperature
—
Nearby Sports Teams
—
Estimated Moving Cost Range
$400-$1,800
Approximate
Listed University
—
Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$54,744
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Gross Rent
$1,032
Households
11,396
Homeownership Rate
81.8%
Renter Rate
18.2%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
