Pontiac CCD, South Carolina
Pontiac CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Pontiac CCD is a geographic entity located in Richland County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 84,910. The land area covers 50.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84,910 | ±3,005 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 34,752 | ±1,163 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 36,966 | ±1,102 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 34,752 | ±1,163 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,214 | ±557 |
| Median Home Value | $246,200 | ±$8,756 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,493 | ±$84 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,321 | ±$5,538 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,696 | ±$2,077 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,887 | ±1,800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 42,032 | ±1,862 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.5% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 430,651 (2024)
ID: 174866
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 192, COLUMBIA SC 29202-0192
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | West Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Blythewood, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elgin, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Blythewood, SC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southeastern Esthetics Institute
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 501 Spears Creek Church Road, Elgin, SC, 29045-0000 |
8038141772
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RICHLAND LIBRARY SANDHILLS
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 763 FASHION DRIVE, COLUMBIA, SC, 29229 |
(803) 699-9230
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South University-Columbia
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College | 5.4 mi away | 9 Science Court, Columbia, SC, 29203 |
8037999082
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ELGIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 2652 MAIN STREET, ELGIN, SC, 29045 |
(803) 438-7881
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Southeastern College-Columbia
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College | 6.5 mi away | 581 Columbia Mall Boulevard, Columbia, SC, 29223 |
8037988800
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RICHLAND LIBRARY NORTHEAST
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 7490 PARKLANE ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29223 |
(803) 736-6575
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Columbia College
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College | 10.4 mi away | 1301 Columbia College Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203 |
8037863012
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RICHLAND LIBRARY COOPER
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 5317 N. TRENHOLM ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29206 |
(803) 787-3462
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Benedict College
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College | 11.3 mi away | 1600 Harden Street, Columbia, SC, 29204-1086 |
8032535000
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RICHLAND LIBRARY BLYTHEWOOD
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 218 MCNULTY ROAD, BLYTHEWOOD, SC, 29016 |
(803) 691-9806
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SANDHILL RSCH - ELGIN, SC US, located 0.8 miles from Pontiac CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.3° | 33.3° | 44.8° | 3.70" | 0.4" |
| February | 60.0° | 36.1° | 48.0° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| March | 67.2° | 42.2° | 54.7° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.0° | 50.6° | 63.3° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.2° | 59.4° | 71.3° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.9° | 67.4° | 78.1° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.5° | 70.7° | 81.6° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.5° | 69.5° | 80.0° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.4° | 63.6° | 74.5° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.2° | 52.5° | 64.4° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.1° | 42.3° | 54.2° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.9° | 36.5° | 47.7° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Columbia city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Dentsville CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Elgin town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| Arcadia Lakes town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
| Forest Acres city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4507992717. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.