Galveston, TX Census Data
The 70th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Galveston is the 70th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 66th of 74 for median household income. With 53,348 residents, its poverty rate of 19.9% ranks among the higher rates in Texas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
53,348
51.2% male · 48.8% female
Median Age
40.0
1.3 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$57,216
$21,322 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
33.7%
1.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.6%
Poverty Rate
19.9%
7.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 16.8%
Broadband Access
95.0%
5.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$294,300
Median rent: $1,278 · 47% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.7%
Labor force participation: 53.4%
Per Capita Income
$35,858
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
7.1%
Disability rate: 16.9%
How Galveston Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 70th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 66th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 63rd of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 37th of 74 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 32nd of 74 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Galveston, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Galveston, TX?
The population of Galveston, TX is 53,348 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.0 years.
What is the median household income in Galveston?
The median household income in Galveston, TX is $57,216, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,858.
What is the poverty rate in Galveston?
The poverty rate in Galveston, TX is 19.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 16.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Galveston residents have a college degree?
33.7% of adults (25+) in Galveston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.6% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Galveston?
The median home value in Galveston, TX is $294,300. Median rent is $1,278 per month, with 47% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Galveston?
Galveston's population is 61.4% White, 14.6% Black, 29.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Galveston rank among Texas cities?
Galveston is the 70th largest city in Texas by population, the 66th highest for median household income, the 63rd lowest for poverty rate, the 37th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Galveston?
The unemployment rate in Galveston, TX is 6.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 53.4%. Per capita income is $35,858.
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