ZIP Code 29039, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29039 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29039 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,941. The land area covers 24.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,941 | ±706 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.1 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,524 | ±342 | 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 | 1,914 | ±330 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,524 | ±342 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 390 | ±146 |
| Median Home Value | $53,100 | ±$20,904 |
| Median Gross Rent | $604 | ±$111 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,382 | ±$8,780 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,961 | ±$9,664 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% | ±9.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 710 | ±331 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.2% | ±0.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,701 | ±601 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76% | ±14.2% |
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: 83,129 (2024)
ID: 187448
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 9000, ORANGEBURG SC 29116-9000
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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 | Bamberg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bamberg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Rowesville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Rowesville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Branchville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Orangeburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cope, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Cope, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Denmark, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Denmark, 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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Barber Tech Academy
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College Vocational | 5.4 mi away | 1650 Russell Street, Orangeburg, SC, 29115-6069 |
8039375730
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ORANGEBURG COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1645 RUSSELL STREET, ORANGEBURG, SC, 29115 |
(803) 531-4636
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Claflin University
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College | 5.8 mi away | 400 Magnolia Street, Orangeburg, SC, 29115-4498 |
8035355000
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ORANGEBURG COUNTY LIBRARY COMMISSION
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1645 RUSSELL STREET, ORANGEBURG, SC, 29115 |
(803) 531-4636
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South Carolina State University
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College | 5.9 mi away | 300 College St NE, Orangeburg, SC, 29117-0001 |
8035367000
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BAMBERG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 315 NORTH EAST RAILROAD AVENUE, BAMBERG, SC, 29003 |
(803) 245-3022
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Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
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College | 9.3 mi away | 3250 Saint Matthews Rd, Orangeburg, SC, 29118-8299 |
8035360311
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BOWMAN-GERALDINE MATTHEWS BRANCH
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 7105 CHARLESTON HIGHWAY, BOWMAN, SC, 29018 |
(803) 531-4636
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Denmark Technical College
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1126 Solomon Blatt Blvd, Denmark, SC, 29042 |
8037935101
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DENMARK LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 5122 CAROLINA HIGHWAY, DENMARK, SC, 29042 |
(803) 793-4511
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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 ORANGEBURG MUNI AP, SC US, located 3.5 miles from ZCTA5 29039. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.8° | 36.9° | 47.3° | 3.63" | — |
| February | 61.7° | 39.3° | 50.5° | 3.34" | — |
| March | 68.7° | 45.4° | 57.1° | 3.60" | — |
| April | 76.6° | 52.4° | 64.5° | 2.85" | — |
| May | 83.6° | 60.6° | 72.1° | 3.35" | — |
| June | 89.1° | 68.6° | 78.9° | 4.67" | — |
| July | 91.9° | 72.0° | 81.9° | 4.95" | — |
| August | 90.4° | 71.3° | 80.8° | 4.21" | — |
| September | 85.5° | 66.1° | 75.8° | 3.98" | — |
| October | 76.9° | 54.9° | 65.9° | 3.16" | — |
| November | 67.3° | 44.4° | 55.8° | 2.70" | — |
| December | 60.2° | 39.1° | 49.6° | 3.23" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cordova town | Town | 1.9 mi | — |
| Edisto CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Rowesville town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Orangeburg city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Wilkinson Heights CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Cope town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29039. • 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.