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City of Horizon City, Texas

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About homes in Horizon City

Census and NOAA figures for the city of Horizon City in El Paso County, not the metro, with a source for each.

2004Median year built1U.S. 1980
19%Built before 1980132% built since 2010
2004Owner-occupied median year built1rentals 2004
91%Detached single-family11% in 5+ unit buildings
85%Owner-occupied163% statewide
$170kMedian home value1Texas median $284k

The median home in the city of Horizon City was built in 2004, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Texas median of 1992. That is newer than the El Paso County median of 1988.1 A large share of newer homes means many systems are still inside a warranty; checking that comes before any repair quote. Most of Horizon City's housing is recent: only 19% of units predate 1980 (U.S. 50%) and 32% were built since 2010. The largest single share, 32%, dates from 2010 or later. That makes it an older stock than El Paso County as a whole (39% built before 1980).1 On houses from the 2010s onward most systems are still inside a manufacturer warranty, which is checked before any repair quote.

Owner-occupied and rented homes in Horizon City are of similar age: median build years 2004 and 2004.1 Housing in Horizon City is mostly detached single-family: 91% of units, with 1% in buildings of five or more units.1 A mostly detached stock means the full range of exterior work applies: roofs, garage doors, chimneys and backyard units. Home ownership is the norm in Horizon City: 85% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, above the Texas share of 63%.1

The median owner-occupied home in Horizon City is valued at $170,200 (ACS), below the Texas median of $283,800. Within El Paso County the median is $180,400, so Horizon City sits close to it.1 With values below the state median, phased scopes - the essential work first - are a common way to keep a project sensible. The El Paso Intl Ap station averages 42 nights a year at or below 32°F and 2 at or below 20°F.2,3 A real freeze season means masonry, roofing and exterior sealing are specified for freeze-thaw cycles.

Heat is the governing season: about 117 days a year reach 90°F and 26 reach 100°F.2,3 A long hot season shortens the life of roofing, sealants and garage-door electronics, and it shapes what a contractor specifies. The climate is arid: annual precipitation is only about 9 inches.2,3 Low rainfall shifts the wear to UV and heat, which age finishes and sealants.

Cooling dominates the year: about 2,662 cooling degree days against 2,206 heating degree days (base 65°F).2,3 In a cooling-led climate, attic ventilation, duct sealing and window solar gain are where the energy code concentrates. Horizon City sits in IECC climate zone 3B (Hot-Dry).4 Building permits in Horizon City are normally issued by the city building department.5,6

Share of Horizon City housing units by year built
Before 19400%
1940-19591%
1960-197918.4%
1980-199917.4%
2000-200931%
2010 or later32.3%
Sources and notes (6)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS 2020-2024 5-year (released 2026-01))
  2. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, nearest station (1991-2020 normals (published 2021))
  3. NOAA NCEI normals station inventory (1991-2020)
  4. Guide to Determining Climate Zones by County: Building America and IECC 2021 Updates (PNNL-33270) (September 2022 (IECC 2021 county map))
  5. U.S. Census Bureau population estimates (Vintage 2024)
  6. U.S. Census Bureau geographic code files (2020)
  7. Climate figures are for NOAA station El Paso Intl Ap, 14.2 miles from the place center; housing figures are ACS ACS 2020-2024 5-year with 90% margins of error in the source tables.

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How much does home remodeling cost in Horizon City, TX?

Most home remodeling projects in Horizon City, TX land between $18,000 and $95,000, depending on scope, access and material grade. That is an estimated range for planning, not a quote - call (844) 624-3161 and we will scope your job properly.

Do I need drawings before calling?

No. If you have them, good - if not, we start from what you want to change and work back to what the house allows.

How old are the homes in Horizon City?

The median home in the city of Horizon City was built in 2004, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Texas median of 1992. That is newer than the El Paso County median of 1988. Most of Horizon City's housing is recent: only 19% of units predate 1980 (U.S. 50%) and 32% were built since 2010. The largest single share, 32%, dates from 2010 or later. That makes it an older stock than El Paso County as a whole (39% built before 1980). Those are Census figures for the whole housing stock, including apartments, not a statement about any one house.

What is the Horizon City climate like for exterior work?

The El Paso Intl Ap station averages 42 nights a year at or below 32°F and 2 at or below 20°F. Heat is the governing season: about 117 days a year reach 90°F and 26 reach 100°F. The climate is arid: annual precipitation is only about 9 inches. NOAA 1991-2020 normals for the nearest station; a contractor still assesses the actual site.

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