Galveston, Texas
Galveston: A city in Galveston County, Texas. It is located on Galveston Island in the southeastern part of the state. Galveston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Galveston Historical Foundation and the Galveston Seawall.
About
Galveston is a city located in the county of Galveston in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 47,743 and a population density of 88 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 50,085 inhabitants.
The city was created 240 years ago in 1784.
Galveston is an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas. It’s known for Moody Gardens, where giant glass pyramids house sharks, monkeys and other animals. Amusement rides and restaurants line Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier on the south shore. West is bird-rich Galveston Island State Park, with its trails, kayak launches and fishing spots. Stewart Beach and East Beach are on the island’s eastern end.
Galveston’s nickname is “The City of Six Flags,” because of the many flags that have flown over it during its history: Spanish (1519–1821), Mexican (1821–1836), Republic of Texas (1836–1845), Confederate States of America (1861–1865), United States (1845–present). The first Texas colony was founded here in 1816 by Louis LaLime and Robert Cavelier de la Salle.
As a result of its proximity to mainland Texas and Louisiana, Galveston has been vulnerable to hurricanes since its inception as a major port. Hurricanes Carla in 1961, Alicia in 1983 and Ike in 2008 caused catastrophic damage to the city's infrastructure
Quick Facts about Galveston
| Population : | 50,085 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Galveston County |
| Different from : | Galveston Island |
| Postal code : | 77550–77555 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 409 |
| Area : | 542.2 km2 |
| Named for : | Bernardo de Gálvez y Madrid, Count of Gálvez |
| Altitude : | 7 feet / 2 meters |
| Capital city : | Galveston is capital of Galveston County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1785 (240 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 19:15:55 (16th July 2025) |
| Density : | 92 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 4.68% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Galveston is located at 29°18'5"N 94°47'52"W (29.3013500, -94.7977000).
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Demographics
The population of Galveston increased by 4.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 47,743 | - | census |
| 2011 | 47,555 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 48,100 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 48,658 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 49,251 | 1.2% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 49,691 | 0.89% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 50,186 | 0.99% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 50,569 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 50,396 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 50,446 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 50,085 | -0.72% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 73,447 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 77,731 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | -5.5% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 74,129 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 77,742 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 4.6% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 17.7% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 23.0% |
| Female persons, % : | 47.7% |
| White only, percent : | 95.4% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 3.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.2% |
| Asians alone % : | 0.5% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | Z |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 0.8% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 1.6% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 94.1% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 5,847 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 0.9% |
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 38,585 |
Economic Facts
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 38,585 |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 78.1% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $107,000 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,066 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $430 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $607 |
| Permits for construction, 2020 : | 71 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 29,644 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.33 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 91.4% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 4.1% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 79.6% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 71.4% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 88.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 15.9% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 11.3% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 7.6% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 54.4% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 53.2% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 137,192 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 292,208 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 836,124 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 781,086 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $10,150 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 25.2 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $49,089 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $25,781 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 12.5% |
| Total number of employer establishments, 2019 : | 1,651 |
| 2019 total employment : | 19,890 |
| 2019 total annual payroll ($1,000) : | 754,735 |
| Total employment, change in percentage terms, 2018-2019 : | 1.4% |
| 2018 total non-employer establishments : | 4,506 |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 5,941 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 3,513 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 1,579 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 98 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 5,619 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 638 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,851 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 72.4 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 1,074.37 |
Best Things to Do in Galveston
1 Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Galveston
1 Subway
301 University Blvd John Sealy Hospital Annex, Galveston, TX 77555, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Galveston
1 Texas Department Criminal Justice Hospital
809 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77550, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Galveston City Hall
823 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Galveston (192)
People born in Galveston, including actor, singer and writer Ron Taylor, actress, director Katherine Helmond, singer-songwriter Barry White, .
List
- 40 Glocc (American rapper) he was born in 16/12/1979
- Kay Bailey Hutchison (American politician) she was born in 22/07/1943
- Valerie Perrine (American actress and model) she was born in 03/09/1943
- Tracy Scoggins (American actress) she was born in 13/11/1953
- Jonathan Pollard (U.S. civilian intelligence analyst turned Israeli spy) he was born in 07/08/1954
- Liana Liberato (American actress) she was born in 20/08/1995
- Esther Phillips (American R&B singer) she was born in 23/12/1935
- Jack Johnson (American boxer) he was born in 31/03/1878
- Sara Haden (American actress) she was born in 17/11/1899
- Javon Walker (American football player) he was born in 14/10/1978
- Marlon Ramsey (Track and field athlete) he was born in 11/09/1974
- Ahmard Hall (United States Marine) he was born in 13/11/1979
- Amanda Dyar (American actor and author) she was born in 06/01/1982
- Larry Coryell (American guitarist) he was born in 02/04/1943
- Casey Hampton (American football player, defensive lineman) he was born in 03/09/1977
- Edward Sedgwick (film director, screenwriter) he was born in 07/11/1889
- Dez Bryant (American football player) he was born in 04/11/1988
- Damon Jones (American basketball player) he was born in 25/08/1976
Schools in Galveston
College & universities near Galveston, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 224961 | Galveston College | Galveston (TX) | 77550-7496 |
| 228653 | The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Galveston (TX) | 77555-0129 |
| 226408 | College of the Mainland | Texas City (TX) | 77591-2499 |
| 485810 | K & G 5 Star Barber College | League City (TX) | 77573 |
| 451857 | Remington College-Houston Southeast Campus | Webster (TX) | 77598 |
Stations (4)
Amtrak & bus stations near Galveston, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLS | Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas | 25th St. and Strand St. | BUS |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| BMT | Beaumont | 2555 W. Cedar Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Galveston
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Galveston Post Office | Galveston (TX) | 77550 |
| Bob Lyon Post Office | Galveston (TX) | 77551 |
| Port Bolivar Post Office | Port Bolivar (TX) | 77650 |
| Texas City Post Office | Texas City (TX) | 77590 |
| La Marqu Post Office | La Marque (TX) | 77568 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Galveston , Indiana town in Indiana, United States with a population of 1,249 people.
Other cities in Galveston County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Galveston County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| League City | 107,536 | The second most populous city in Galveston County, Texas. |
| Texas City | 50,094 | A city in Galveston County, Texas. |
| Friendswood | 40,011 | A city in Galveston County, Texas. |
| Dickinson | 21,216 | City in North Dakota |
| La Marque | 17,642 | City in Texas |
| Santa Fe | 13,461 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Bacliff | 8,619 | Census designated place |
| Hitchcock | 7,884 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| San Leon | 4,970 | Census designated place |
| Bolivar Peninsula | 2,417 | Census-designated place in Galveston County, Texas |
| Kemah | 2,048 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Bayou Vista | 1,637 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Clear Lake Shores | 1,209 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Jamaica Beach | 1,076 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Galveston distances to largest Texas cities
