| ZIP Code | 77591 |
|---|---|
| City | Texas City |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Galveston County |
| Area Code | 409 |
| Elevation | 10 ft |
| Latitude | 29.399363 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.999115 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 17.5% ▲ 75% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 50 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,979 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 1,408 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 1,837 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,450 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,790 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,010 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $204,900 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,226/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,465 |
| Vacant Units | 637 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,465 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 637 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 77591 is located in Texas City, Texas, within Galveston County. With a population of 16,840, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 77591 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,010 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 77591 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $204,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,226 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.5%) and renters (46.5%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 77591 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 50.0%. Residents are well-educated — 40.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.5%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 77591 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 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 77591 in Texas City, TX is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 16,840 residents, a median household income of $66,010, and a median home value of $204,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.