| ZIP Code | 77551 |
|---|---|
| City | Galveston |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Galveston County |
| Area Code | 409 |
| Elevation | 5 ft |
| Latitude | 29.279462 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.833527 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 436 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,471 (25.4%) |
| Some College | 1,973 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 2,320 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,443 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,046 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,792 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $278,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,342/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,184 |
| Vacant Units | 1,956 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,184 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,956 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 77551 is located in Galveston, Texas, within Galveston County. With a population of 22,031, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 77551 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,792 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77551 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $278,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,342 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.7%) and renters (51.3%). Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 77551 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.0%. Residents are well-educated — 40.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77551 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 77551 in Galveston, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,031 residents, a median household income of $59,792, and a median home value of $278,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.