ZIP Code 29081, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29081 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29081 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bamberg County / Colleton County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,102. The land area covers 80.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | ±261 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 60.9 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 579 | ±122 | 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 | 725 | ±129 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 579 | ±122 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 146 | ±62 |
| Median Home Value | $105,700 | ±$45,665 |
| Median Gross Rent | $638 | ±$143 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $38,147 | ±$4,727 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,409 | ±$4,696 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 136 | ±61 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 406 | ±125 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.1% | ±12.6% |
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 BAMBERG
GUS Population: 12,870 (2024)
ID: 174850
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 149, BAMBERG SC 29003-0149
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Fairfax, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fairfax, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fairfax, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fairfax, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bamberg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bamberg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ruffin, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Hampton, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Branchville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Brunson, 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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University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie
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College | 15.6 mi away | 465 James Brandt Blvd, Allendale, SC, 29810-0617 |
8009225500
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BAMBERG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 315 NORTH EAST RAILROAD AVENUE, BAMBERG, SC, 29003 |
(803) 245-3022
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Voorhees University
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College | 15.8 mi away | 1897 Voorhees Road, Denmark, SC, 29042 |
8037801051
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HAMPTON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 12 LOCUST STREET, HAMPTON, SC, 29924 |
(803) 943-7528
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Denmark Technical College
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College | 16.1 mi away | 1126 Solomon Blatt Blvd, Denmark, SC, 29042 |
8037935101
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AHJ REGIONAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 297 N. MAIN ST, ALLENDALE, SC, 29810 |
(803) 584-3414
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ALLENDALE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 297 MAIN STREET NORTH, ALLENDALE, SC, 29810 |
(803) 584-3513
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DENMARK LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 5122 CAROLINA HIGHWAY, DENMARK, SC, 29042 |
(803) 793-4511
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BARNWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 40 BURR STREET, BARNWELL, SC, 29812 |
(803) 259-3612
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BLACKVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 19420 SOL BLATT AVENUE NORTH, BLACKVILLE, SC, 29817 |
(803) 284-2295
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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 BAMBERG, SC US, located 14.0 miles from ZCTA5 29081. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.5° | 36.5° | 47.0° | 3.65" | 0.3" |
| February | 61.7° | 39.0° | 50.3° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| March | 69.3° | 44.8° | 57.0° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.8° | 51.8° | 64.3° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.4° | 60.3° | 71.8° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.4° | 68.0° | 78.2° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.2° | 71.2° | 81.2° | 5.50" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.1° | 70.5° | 79.8° | 5.36" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.1° | 65.3° | 74.7° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.4° | 54.3° | 64.9° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.4° | 43.9° | 54.7° | 2.75" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.0° | 38.8° | 48.9° | 3.75" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ehrhardt town | Town | 2.0 mi | — |
| Lodge town | Town | 5.6 mi | — |
| Ulmer town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Olar town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Sycamore town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| Govan town | Town | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29081. • 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.