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Galveston vs Pearland
Two Texas cities 36 miles apart, side by side.
| Galveston | Pearland | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 53,348 | 125,983 |
| Median household income | $57,216 | $112,470 |
| Median home value | $294,300 | $330,900 |
| Median rent | $1,278/mo | $1,759/mo |
| Median age | 40 | 36.5 |
| Homeownership | 47% | 77% |
| Property tax (effective) | 1.18% | 2.20% |
| Sales tax | 8.25% | 8.25% |
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Questions
Is Galveston or Pearland cheaper?
For housing, Galveston is cheaper: median home values are $294,300 in Galveston and $330,900 in Pearland; median rents are $1,278 and $1,759.
Which has higher incomes, Galveston or Pearland?
Pearland: median household income is $57,216 in Galveston and $112,470 in Pearland.
How far is Galveston from Pearland?
About 36 miles in a straight line.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.