ZIP Code 29020, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29020 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29020 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kershaw County / Lee County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,266. The land area covers 232.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,266 | ±1,125 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,640 | ±506 | 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 | 11,414 | ±520 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,640 | ±506 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,774 | ±315 |
| Median Home Value | $240,100 | ±$15,517 |
| Median Gross Rent | $928 | ±$102 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,648 | ±$7,371 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,465 | ±$6,579 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,835 | ±832 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,573 | ±746 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±2.9% |
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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COUNTY OF KERSHAW
GUS Population: 71,698 (2024)
ID: 209436
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
515 WALNUT ST, CAMDEN SC 29020-3649
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elgin, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Camden, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Camden, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Camden, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lugoff, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Camden, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Camden, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Elgin, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lugoff, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lugoff, 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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LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc
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College Vocational | 3.5 mi away | 2418 Broad St, Camden, SC, 29020 |
8034258449
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CAMDEN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 1304 BROAD STREET, CAMDEN, SC, 29020 |
(803) 425-1508
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Southeastern Esthetics Institute
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College Vocational | 20.5 mi away | 501 Spears Creek Church Road, Elgin, SC, 29045-0000 |
8038141772
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KERSHAW COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 632 WEST DEKALB STREET, CAMDEN, SC, 29020 |
(803) 424-2353
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BETHUNE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 206 S. MAIN STREET, BETHUNE, SC, 29009 |
(803) 334-8420
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KERSHAW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 101 N. HAMPTON ST, KERSHAW, SC, 29067 |
(803) 283-1010
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ELGIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 2652 MAIN STREET, ELGIN, SC, 29045 |
(803) 438-7881
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LEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 200 NORTH MAIN STREET, BISHOPVILLE, SC, 29010 |
(803) 484-5921
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MCBEE DEPOT LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 110 WEST PINE AVE., MCBEE, SC, 29101 |
(843) 335-7515
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RICHLAND LIBRARY SANDHILLS
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 763 FASHION DRIVE, COLUMBIA, SC, 29229 |
(803) 699-9230
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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 LUGOFF 2NE, SC US, located 7.1 miles from ZCTA5 29020. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.2° | 31.4° | 42.8° | 4.11" | — |
| February | 58.7° | 33.9° | 46.3° | 3.63" | — |
| March | 66.3° | 40.2° | 53.3° | 4.18" | — |
| April | 74.8° | 48.8° | 61.8° | 3.18" | — |
| May | 81.2° | 57.8° | 69.5° | 3.57" | — |
| June | 87.8° | 66.8° | 77.3° | 4.42" | — |
| July | 90.8° | 70.1° | 80.5° | 4.61" | — |
| August | 89.1° | 69.0° | 79.1° | 4.64" | — |
| September | 84.1° | 63.2° | 73.7° | 3.70" | — |
| October | 74.8° | 50.6° | 62.7° | 3.69" | — |
| November | 64.2° | 39.7° | 52.0° | 3.30" | — |
| December | 57.0° | 34.0° | 45.5° | 4.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Camden CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Camden city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Lugoff CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
| Abney Crossroads CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Boykin CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Bethune town | Town | 14.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29020. • 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.