| ZIP Code | 77550 |
|---|---|
| City | Galveston |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Galveston County |
| Area Code | 409 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Latitude | 29.307853 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.769334 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.96 |
| Below Poverty | 23.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.1% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 410 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,441 (23.4%) |
| Some College | 2,086 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 2,569 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,215 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,957 (33.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,262 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $283,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 70% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,182/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,811 |
| Vacant Units | 4,207 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,811 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,207 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.96 |
ZIP code 77550 is located in Galveston, Texas, within Galveston County. With a population of 23,542, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.1 years. Economically, 77550 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,262 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77550 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $283,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,182 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.3%) and renters (59.7%). Median home values have increased by 70% since 2019.
The population of 77550 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 46.0%. Residents are well-educated — 42.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.6%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77550 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 77550 in Galveston, TX is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 23,542 residents, a median household income of $46,262, and a median home value of $283,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.