San Elizario Texas Map

About San Elizario, Texas

San Elizario is a locality in El Paso County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 10,116. The population density is 566.4 people per km². San Elizario is located at 31.5851°N, 106.2728°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 79849.

San Elizario, Texas, unfolds against a canvas of arid beauty, its landscape shaped by the stark grandeur of the Chihuahuan Desert. It lies 5.1 miles south-southeast of Socorro, TX (from Socorro, TX: bearing 159°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south-southwest of Horizon City. The sun, a benevolent but unyielding presence, bleaches the adobe hues of the buildings and casts long, dramatic shadows across the dusty plains. Sagebrush and mesquite dot the terrain, their resilience a quiet testament to the tenacious spirit of this borderland. The air, often carrying the faint scent of creosote after a rare rain, possesses a dry clarity that seems to sharpen the edges of the distant Franklin Mountains. This is a place where the sky feels immense, a boundless expanse of cerulean during the day and a glittering tapestry of stars by night. The history of San Elizario is deeply interwoven with the very foundations of Spanish exploration and settlement in the region, dating back to its establishment as a presidio. For centuries, it served as a vital outpost, a bulwark against the shifting dynamics of the frontier and a hub for trade along ancient routes. The local economy, historically agrarian, now draws strength from its proximity to the bustling El Paso metropolitan area, while also fostering a distinctive artisanal character. Small businesses, many housed in historic structures, offer unique crafts and goods, reflecting a proud heritage. The agricultural roots remain, with some land still dedicated to crops suited to the desert climate, their verdant patches a welcome contrast to the surrounding ochre tones. San Elizario possesses a quiet cultural character, a blend of its frontier past and its contemporary borderland identity. The San Elizario Mission, a venerable landmark, stands as a silent sentinel, its thick adobe walls whispering tales of generations of faith and resilience. The historic San Elizario Salt Mission Trail, a significant historical route, continues to draw visitors interested in the region’s rich heritage. Local events, often tied to religious observances or community celebrations, foster a sense of togetherness, their rhythms dictated by the slow, steady pulse of life in this sun-drenched corner of Texas. While no globally recognized celebrities hail from San Elizario, the town itself, in its enduring presence, serves as a quiet monument to the enduring spirit of the people who have called it home.

About This San Elizario Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of San Elizario, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 31.585115, -106.272757. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on San Elizario and El Paso County.

Detailed location data for San Elizario includes the ZIP code (79849), telephone area code (915), county seat of El Paso County (El Paso), and school district assignment (San Elizario Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct San Elizario is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.