77650 Port Bolivar, TX - Bolivar Peninsula Coastal Community

ZIP Code 77650, Port Bolivar

Retirement

LocationGalveston County, TX

Area111.9 sq mi

Population2,304

Households1,142

PO Boxes1,694 Regional Hub (148%)

Median Age59.1 years (Senior)

Seasonal Housing61%

Also Known AsBolivar

ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004

Key Facts

This is a PO Box Only Zone, and there is no alternative mail delivery across the 112 square mile Bolivar Peninsula
The post office maintains 1,694 PO Boxes for 1,142 year-round households, a 1.48 ratio showing service extends to seasonal homeowners and surrounding areas
With 66% vacancy and 91% of vacant homes used seasonally, this coastal community transforms dramatically between winter and summer populations
Median age of 59.1 years and 54% working from home indicate a retirement and remote work coastal community
Street names like Surf Rd, Redfish St, Trout Blvd, Pirates Cove Dr, and Sandollar show the peninsula's fishing and beach vacation character
Crystal Beach is a valid alternate mailing name, while Bolivar is recognized for delivery but not valid for outgoing mail

Geographic Setting

Port Bolivar serves the Bolivar Peninsula, a narrow barrier island along Texas's Gulf Coast in Galveston County. This 112 square mile coastal community stretches along Highway 87, accessible by ferry from Galveston. The ZIP encompasses Port Bolivar proper and Crystal Beach, both recognized as valid mailing names.

PO Box Only Zone

This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across the entire peninsula. The Port Bolivar post office maintains 1,694 PO Boxes for 1,142 year-round households (1.48 boxes per household). That ratio shows the post office serves beyond just permanent residents: seasonal homeowners, vacation renters, and surrounding areas all depend on these boxes.

A Seasonal Community

Of 3,354 total housing units, 2,212 sit vacant, and 2,032 of those are seasonal properties. That's 66% vacancy overall, with 91% of vacant homes used for vacation purposes. Population transforms dramatically between winter and summer. The year-round population of 2,304 represents retirees and permanent coastal residents, while seasonal swings bring thousands more.

Retirement and Remote Work Hub

Median age is 59.1 years. It's a retirement and second-home community. Home values average $363,900, and 54% of workers report working from home. That high remote work percentage fits a coastal lifestyle where retirees, consultants, and remote workers choose beach living over urban employment centers.

Coastal Character

Mail arrives via two rural carrier routes serving 124 distinct streets. Street names tell the coastal story: Bay St, Surf Rd, Redfish St, Trout Blvd, Pirates Cove Dr, Sandollar, Seagull Ln. The peninsula's character blends fishing heritage with beach vacation culture.

Postal History

This ZIP has existed since before October 2004 (when USPS tracking began). The Bolivar Peninsula has long relied on PO Box service due to its isolated geography, hurricane vulnerability, and scattered development patterns that make standard street delivery impractical.

Mailing Information

All mail must be addressed to a PO Box. Both "Port Bolivar, TX 77650" and "Crystal Beach, TX 77650" are valid mailing addresses. "Bolivar" is recognized for delivery but isn't valid for outgoing mail addressing.

Street Name Patterns

Coastal Waterway Fishing Heritage Beach Vacation

Street names blend coastal geography (Bay St, Surf Rd, Canal), fishing heritage (Redfish St, Trout Blvd), and beach vacation culture (Pirates Cove Dr, Sandollar, Seagull Ln).

Nearby Areas

Canal City Bolivar Peninsula Bayshore Rancho Del Mar Rollover By The Bay

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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 77650 has 2,304 residents and 1,142 households (average 2.02 persons per household). The median age is 59.1 years, significantly older than the state (35.6) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.6% male and 50.4% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (86.6%, much higher than the state average of 50.1% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 12.4%, which is much lower than the state average (39.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	2,304Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	2,362Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	105.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$71,700Source: Census ACS

Households:	1,142Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$363,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.02Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.98Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	1,696	1,477	1,349	1,221	1,482	1,506	1,611	1,860	1,835	1,930	2,094	2,073	2,362
Decennial Census	1,896	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	2,304	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 59.1

Male Median Age: 59.3

Female Median Age: 58.9

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	28	30	42	34	38	37	32	24	53	71	83	122	161	152	118	71	27	19
Female	44	29	33	45	28	21	33	39	54	55	100	149	163	159	98	57	37	18
Total	72	59	75	79	66	58	65	63	107	126	183	271	324	311	216	128	64	37

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	1,996	81.67%
Black:	18	0.74%
Hispanic:*	286	11.70%
Asian:	10	0.41%
American Indian:	21	0.86%
Hawaiian:	4	0.16%
Other:	109	4.46%
Total:	2,444	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	1,142	49.57%	59.3 years
Females:	1,162	50.43%	58.9 years
Total:	2,304	100%	59.1 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	2,065	87.43%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	0	0.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	115	4.87%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	182	12.57%
Total Population:	2,362	100%
Total Native Population:	2,065	87.43%
Total Foreign-born Population:	297	12.57%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2023, the Median household income is $71,700, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $10,354 (16.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $71,700. Family households earn a median of $93,140 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $93,140). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($49,838), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 32.7%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (43.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$61,346	$66,250	$79,000	$92,083	$61,042	$63,542	$46,250	$41,442	$0	$57,429	$61,603	$61,211	$71,700
Median Family Income	$48,828	$79,659	$108,068	$115,445	$91,000	$95,841	$97,579	$66,827	$57,188	$86,932	$91,627	$77,238	$93,140
Median NonFamily Income	$65,040	$65,551	$66,292	$40,556	$40,179	$0	$21,726	$21,278	$21,563	$12,320	$0	$0	$0
Median Male Income	$65,968	$94,107	$102,026	$108,348	$0	$53,125	$41,928	$41,492	$42,985	$43,786	$0	$36,477	$0
Median Female Income	$34,500	$36,169	$0	$37,383	$0	$19,138	$0	$19,677	$18,992	$0	$61,607	$0	$0

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	700	32.74%
Unemployed:	0	0.00%
Not In Labor Force:	1,438	67.26%
Total:	2,138	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	304	43.43%
Service:	190	27.14%
Sales and Office:	60	8.57%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	83	11.86%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	63	9.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	700	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2023, the median home value is $363,900, which is considerably higher than the state median ($260,400), is up $225,100 (162.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $175,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,339), is down $983 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $562. Of occupied housing, owners make up 92.14% (29.13% with a mortgage, 70.87% free-and-clear) and renters 7.86% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 56.80%, which is far higher than the state rate (9.62%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$138,800	$165,400	$180,400	$211,800	$216,600	$202,800	$196,000	$191,100	$188,400	$296,500	$279,600	$363,800	$363,900

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	0	0.00%
$500 to $999:	53	55.21%
$1,000 to $1,499:	0	0.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:	43	44.79%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	0	0.00%
Total:	96	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$983	$589	$967	$0	$807	$580	$831	$804	$562	$604	$0	$0	$0

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	328	26.84%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	798	65.30%
Renter Occupied:	96	7.86%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	1,222	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	1,222	43.20%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	1,607	56.80%
Total Housing Units:	2,829	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	2,641	93.35%
Multi-Family Units:	68	2.40%
Other Units:	120	4.24%
Total Housing Units:	2,829	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 12.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 96.20%, which is markedly above the state rate (85.70%). The uninsured rate is 13.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 62.10%, which is markedly above the state rate (28.90%). The share of people in poverty is 6.10%, which is on par with the state rate (10.50%), down 11.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.10 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	0	0.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	81	3.79%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	887	41.49%
Some college, no degree:	537	25.12%
Associate's degree:	377	17.63%
Bachelor's degree:	256	11.97%
Graduate or professional degree:	0	0.00%
Total:	2,138	100%
High school or higher:	2,057	96.21%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	256	11.97%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	1,587	47.16%
Public Insurance:	1,467	43.60%
No Insurance:	311	9.24%
Total:	3,365	100%
Has Health Insurance:	3,054	90.76%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	17.8%	19.2%	14.7%	0.0%	2.3%	6.9%	14.0%	12.2%	15.2%	9.5%	6.1%	6.7%	6.1%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	0	0.00%
Kindergarten:	0	0.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	51	100.00%
High school (grades 9-12):	0	0.00%
College or graduate school:	0	0.00%
Total:	51	100%
Early Childhood:	0	0.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	51	100.00%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Port Bolivar, Texas
City Alias:	Crystal Beach
Names to Avoid:	Bolivar
County:	Galveston County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	9:04:17 PM
Population:	2,304 [See All]
Area Code:	409
Classification:	PO Box
Coordinates:	29.4799, -94.5758
Land Area:	21.953 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/77650/zip-code-77650.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	1,790Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	74Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$6,035,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$28,527,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	630Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:	26420Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	7,274,714Source: Census
MSA:	Houston-Galveston-Brazoria, TX CMSASource: Census
Land Area:	21.953 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	2.236 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	14Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	2441.39 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Galveston-Texas City, TX PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	--Source: Census
Place Name:	--Source: Census

ZIP Code 77650 in Port Bolivar, TX

77650 Port Bolivar, TX - Bolivar Peninsula Coastal Community

ZIP Code 77650, Port Bolivar

Key Facts

Geographic Setting

PO Box Only Zone

A Seasonal Community

Retirement and Remote Work Hub

Coastal Character

Postal History

Mailing Information

Street Name Patterns

Nearby Areas

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 77650

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 77650

Sources & References