Galveston

Galveston

Amusement rides and restaurants line Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier on the south.

Welcome to Galveston

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.

Overview for Galveston, TX

53,092 people live in Galveston, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $33,645. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,092

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$33,645

Average individual Income

Around Galveston, TX

There's plenty to do around Galveston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

10
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
25
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Galveston Kayak Outfitters, Beach Town Tours, and SUP Gulf Coast.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 2.84 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.4 miles 32 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.74 miles 26 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.98 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Nightlife 2.87 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.63 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Galveston, TX

Galveston has 23,313 households, with an average household size of 2.12. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Galveston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 53,092 people call Galveston home. The population density is 1,293.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,092

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

50.57 / 49.43%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
23,313

Total Households

2.12

Average Household Size

$33,645

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Galveston, TX

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Galveston. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Odyssey Academy - Galveston
PUBLIC
PreK - 12th
2/5
PUBLIC
5th - 9th
5/5
Trinity Episcopal School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Upward Hope Academy
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
East End Preschool Inc
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
The Galveston Multicultural Academy
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available
Ambassadors Preparatory Academy
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
8th - 12th
1/5
Morgan El Magnet School
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
5/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
3/5
Aim College & Career Prep
PUBLIC
6th - 12th
2/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
5/5
Burnet Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
1/5
Moody Early Childhood Center
PUBLIC
PreK - PreK
No rating available
Holy Family School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
O'Connell College Preparatory School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
5th - 8th
2/5
Rosenberg El Laboratory For Learning And Leading
PUBLIC
PreK - 3rd
2/5
PUBLIC
5th - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available
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