| ZIP Code | 77518 |
|---|---|
| City | Bacliff |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Galveston County |
| Area Code | 281/409 |
| Elevation | 13 ft |
| Latitude | 29.505183 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.986711 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 27.8% ▲ 178% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,191 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 703 (14%) |
| Associates | 1,019 (20.3%) |
| Bachelors | 763 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,286 (25.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,806 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,000 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,169/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,950 |
| Vacant Units | 249 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,950 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 249 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 77518 is located in Bacliff, Texas, within Galveston County. With a population of 9,935, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.4 years. Economically, 77518 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,806 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77518 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $168,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,169 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 77518 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 45.6%. Residents are well-educated — 40.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77518 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 77518 in Bacliff, TX is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,935 residents, a median household income of $54,806, and a median home value of $168,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.