Avg Rent
$1,151
Population
64,439
Renter Mix
54% Rent
Living in Galveston combines coastal living with historic charm. This island city features 32 miles of Gulf Coast beaches alongside the preserved Victorian-era Strand District. The University of Texas Medical Branch serves as a major employer, while attractions like Moody Gardens and the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier offer entertainment throughout the year. Housing options include restored Victorian homes in the East End Historic District and beachfront condominiums along Seawall Boulevard, with established neighborhoods like Cedar Lawn and Denver Court.
The island's character stems from its history as a major 19th-century port city. Galveston boasts the country's largest collection of preserved Victorian architecture, particularly visible in the East End Historic District. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Galveston Island State Park's trails and beaches, while the Grand 1894 Opera House hosts year-round performances. The city celebrates its heritage through annual events like Mardi Gras and Dickens on the Strand. Galveston holds particular historical significance as the location where General Gordon Granger announced the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation on June 19, 1865 - now commemorated nationally as Juneteenth.
An artistic touch on a mailbox, fitting the theme of this beach neighborhood of Terramar.
Residents enjoy year-round boating and fishing opportunities in the community of Terramar.
A public open-for-all book stand library is one of the small, but appreciated, parts of Sea Isle
The bay view of Sea Isle/Terramar where many waterfront canal homes can be found.
Cattle graze in the sand dunes of Terramar, just across from the beach homes.
A newly renovated tennis court located in Sea Isle, Galveston.
Median Household Income
$55,602
Average: $76,718
Education
20,346
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
29,609
Workers Employed
Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
23%
Housing Distribution
Galveston has more renters than homeowners.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Galveston, TX is $1,211 for a studio, $1,132 for one bedroom, $1,421 for two bedrooms, and $2,005 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Galveston has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
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482 Students
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Grades PK-5
565 Students
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Grades K-5
426 Students
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Grades PK-8
170 Students
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Grades PK-12
866 Students
Public
Grades 5-12
77 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
879 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
866 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,934 Students
Public
Grades 5-12
77 Students
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