Is Americas safe?
El Paso, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Americas as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Americas
“Go. Americas is a quiet, family-oriented suburban neighborhood in East El Paso with low violent crime rates. Visitors will find safe residential streets, modern shopping strips, and straightforward access to major highways.”
About the area
Americas is an expansive suburban community in Far East El Paso centered around Loop 375 and Americas Avenue. Predominantly residential with single-family subdivisions and strip plazas, it offers a secure environment characterized by commuter households and family-oriented amenities.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
Walking and biking in Americas
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
No public bike-share programs exist in the neighborhood, and cycling is mostly limited to quiet subdivision streets due to lack of dedicated bike lanes on main arterials.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are remarkably low, aligning with El Paso's overall reputation as a safe metro area.
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes and low residential vacancy.
- Well-maintained community parks, sports fields, and public school infrastructure.
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crimes and vehicle break-ins around major retail lots.
- Completely car-dependent layout with wide, high-speed arterial roads.
- Minimal cultural attractions or nightlife for leisure travelers.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this suburban area, with almost no encampments or panhandling observed away from major highway intersections.
What Americas is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with school traffic, joggers, and commuters heading out via Loop 375.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy along commercial strips and retail plazas, while residential streets stay quiet and secure.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Family-centric atmosphere with high foot traffic in local parks and neighborhood restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very calm and quiet; while commercial lots become desolate, safety risks remain very low.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Sun Metro bus service, notably Route 58, but service intervals are wide and travel across town is heavily vehicle-dependent.
Parking is free and exceptionally easy to find across large shopping center surface lots and wide residential streets.
Things to do in Americas
- Spend an afternoon enjoying sports fields and walking paths at Marty Robbins Park.
- Sample regional borderland cuisine and authentic street tacos along North Zaragoza Road.
- Browse local shopping centers and entertainment venues located along Loop 375.
Local favorites
- Tacos Chinampa · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Popular local spot serving authentic charcoal-grilled tacos, parrilladas, and traditional sides.
- El Taco Tote · Mexican Grill · 4.3★ (890)Long-running borderland favorite known for mesquite-grilled meats and an extensive fresh salsa bar.
- Rib Hut East · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.2★ (940)Casual neighborhood staple serving Texas-style smoked ribs, brisket, and draft beer.
Neighborhoods near Americas
Common questions about Americas
Is Americas safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Americas a good place to live?
On safety, Americas scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Americas?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Americas are safer?
Paseos del Sol (86), Quail Run (El Paso) (85), Ranchos Del Sol (84) score higher nearby.
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