Summary
El Paso is looking at a much slower growth rate than we previously thought, which changes the game for how we build new schools and housing. Instead of prepping for a massive boom, the city needs to pivot its long-term strategy to match this more realistic, steady pace.
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Impact analysis
We can stop overspending on massive, unnecessary expansion projects and focus our budget on maintaining what we already have.
City planners and taxpayers win because we can avoid wasting money on infrastructure that isn't actually needed.
Developers banking on a massive population explosion might see their profit margins shrink as the demand for new construction cools down.
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El Paso city population drops by 2,209 in 2025, largest decline in Texas, new census estimates show
El Paso city population drops by 2,209 in 2025, largest decline in Texas, new census estimates show El Paso Matters
El Paso faces need for 18,000 homes to tackle current housing issues, study reveals
El Paso faces need for 18,000 homes to tackle current housing issues, study reveals KFOX
Podcast: El Paso is facing a declining population growth. Could it imperil the city’s future?
Podcast: El Paso is facing a declining population growth. Could it imperil the city’s future? El Paso Matters
Texas Demographic Center forecasts slight population growth for El Paso County over next 35 years
Texas Demographic Center forecasts slight population growth for El Paso County over next 35 years El Paso Matters
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