Galveston, Texas has a population of 8,249 and a population density of 235 people per square mile. The city is home to a diverse range of businesses, organizations, and recreational activities. Local businesses include The Spot on the Strand (a restaurant and bar), Grand 1894 Opera House (an historic theater), and the Galveston Island Brewing Company (a brewery). Outdoor activities in Galveston include fishing, beachcombing, swimming, kayaking, surfing, sunbathing, bird watching, as well as outdoor concerts during the summer months. Organizations like Galveston Historical Foundation and the Rosenberg Library provide year-round educational programs for visitors. Popular local sporting events include Island Bowl (a bowling tournament), Galveston Beach Volleyball Tournament Series (doubles and quads tournament) and the Galveston Island Triathlon & Duathlon.
The population in Galveston (zip 77554) is 8,249. There are 234 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Galveston (zip 77554) is 52.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Galveston (zip 77554) is 1.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Galveston (zip 77554)
- 53.1% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 15.5% are married with children
- 8.0% have children, but are single
Race in Galveston (zip 77554)
- 76.3% are White
- 3.1% are Black
- 3.2% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 15.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander