Galveston County lies on the upper Texas Gulf Coast, southeast of Houston. Its communities include Galveston, Texas City, League City, and other mainland and island areas.
Galveston County facts
County estimates: American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-year release. Boundary and land area: U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb. Data may change as sources are updated.
Interactive Galveston County map
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Where is Galveston County?
Galveston County lies on the upper Texas Gulf Coast, southeast of Houston. Its communities include Galveston, Texas City, League City, and other mainland and island areas.
The combination of islands, bays, and mainland areas makes the distinction between county land area and water particularly relevant. The county map shows broad geography rather than property boundaries.
Galveston County FIPS code explained
The official county FIPS code is 48167. The first two digits, 48, represent Texas. The final three digits, 167, identify Galveston County within Texas. Always keep all five digits, including leading zeros if present, when using government datasets or county lookup tools.
Population, income, housing, and land area
Population, household income, median home value, median age, and poverty figures in this profile use the American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-year estimates. These are statistical estimates, not live counts or today’s real-estate prices. Household income and owner-occupied home values use the dollar basis of that ACS release.
The county polygon and land area are retrieved from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2026 TIGERweb geographic service. Population density is calculated using the ACS population estimate divided by the Census boundary’s land area in square miles. Different reference years and statistical uncertainty can affect comparisons.
Compare Galveston County with other Texas counties
Harris County and Fort Bend County are Houston-area comparisons for exploring differences in population, median income, home values, and density. You can open Harris County and Fort Bend County or choose any counties with the County Comparison Tool.
Frequently asked questions
What is the county seat of Galveston County?
The county seat is Galveston. That is the county government’s administrative center. The county’s boundary includes additional communities beyond the county seat.
How can I verify Galveston County’s FIPS code?
Look up 48167 in our FIPS lookup tool or check the U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference information. The code refers to a county, not to a particular ZIP Code or city.
Can I use the map to decide a property line or legal boundary?
No. The map is intended for geographic orientation. Consult an official cadastral survey, local government, or relevant agency for legal property boundaries, tax jurisdictions, emergency services, or election districts.
Why does a number sometimes display as unavailable?
These charts depend on external Census-related services, so individual numbers or boundaries can occasionally be unavailable. Review the Data and Methodology page for the underlying release and limitations.
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