ZIP Code 77551, Texas
ZIP Code 77551 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 77551 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Galveston County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,696. The land area covers 3.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,696 | ±1,076 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,412 | ±498 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,695 | ±507 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,412 | ±498 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,283 | ±353 |
| Median Home Value | $290,600 | ±$21,270 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,352 | ±$59 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,344 | ±$6,931 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,601 | ±$3,695 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,708 | ±859 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,971 | ±797 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±2.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 367,407 (2024)
ID: 175884
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
722 MOODY AVE 21ST ST, 2 FL, GALVESTON TX 77550
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | GALVESTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GALVESTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | GALVESTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GALVESTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | TEXAS CITY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | GALVESTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | TEXAS CITY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | GALVESTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | PORT BOLIVAR, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HITCHCOCK, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Galveston College
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College | 2.2 mi away | 4015 Ave Q, Galveston, TX, 77550-7496 |
4099441220
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ROSENBERG LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 2310 SEALY ST, GALVESTON, TX, 77550 |
(409) 763-8854
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The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
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College | 4.6 mi away | 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555-0129 |
4097721011
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MOORE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1701 9TH AVE N, TEXAS CITY, TX, 77590 |
(409) 643-5970
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College of the Mainland
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College | 12.6 mi away | 1200 Amburn Road, Texas City, TX, 77591-2499 |
4099381211
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LA MARQUE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 1011 BAYOU RD, LA MARQUE, TX, 77568 |
(409) 938-9270
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Remington College-Houston Southeast Campus
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College | 22.8 mi away | 2051 West Main Street, League City, TX, 77573 |
2818854450
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GENEVIEVE MILLER HITCHCOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 8005 BARRY AVE, HITCHCOCK, TX, 77563 |
(409) 986-7814
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Paul Mitchell the School-Clear Lake
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College Vocational | 24.4 mi away | 20807 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX, 77598-0000 |
8887335285
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MAE S BRUCE LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 13302 W 6TH ST, SANTA FE, TX, 77510 |
(409) 925-5540
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GALVESTON SCHOLES FLD, TX US, located 1.1 miles from ZCTA5 77551. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.2° | 48.9° | 56.0° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.4° | 52.3° | 59.3° | 2.14" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.0° | 58.4° | 65.2° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.0° | 65.0° | 71.5° | 2.06" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.0° | 72.4° | 78.2° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.5° | 78.1° | 83.8° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.3° | 79.7° | 85.5° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.0° | 79.8° | 85.9° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 76.1° | 82.4° | 6.65" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.1° | 68.6° | 75.3° | 5.15" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.4° | 58.7° | 65.5° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.5° | 51.6° | 58.5° | 4.23" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiki Island village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Bayou Vista city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Galveston city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Hitchcock city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Jamaica Beach city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Texas City city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 77551. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.