ZIP Code 29203, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29203 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29203 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Richland County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 40,653. The land area covers 62.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40,653 | ±2,410 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,776 | ±932 | 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 | 18,954 | ±898 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,776 | ±932 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,178 | ±406 |
| Median Home Value | $141,300 | ±$17,617 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,110 | ±$47 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,054 | ±$2,367 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,580 | ±$2,834 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.1% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,149 | ±1,504 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.9% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,657 | ±1,421 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82% | ±2.6% |
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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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 | KG-12 | Lexington, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Irmo, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | 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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Columbia International University
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College | 2.6 mi away | 7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC, 29203-1513 |
8007772227
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RICHLAND LIBRARY NORTH MAIN
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 5306 NORTH MAIN STREET, COLUMBIA, SC, 29203 |
(803) 754-7734
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Columbia College
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College | 3.9 mi away | 1301 Columbia College Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203 |
8037863012
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RICHLAND LIBRARY NORTHEAST
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 7490 PARKLANE ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29223 |
(803) 736-6575
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South University-Columbia
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College | 4.5 mi away | 9 Science Court, Columbia, SC, 29203 |
8037999082
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RICHLAND LIBRARY ST. ANDREWS
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 2916 BROAD RIVER ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29210 |
(803) 772-6675
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Southeastern College-Columbia
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College | 5.2 mi away | 581 Columbia Mall Boulevard, Columbia, SC, 29223 |
8037988800
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RICHLAND LIBRARY EDGEWOOD
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 2101 OAK STREET, COLUMBIA, SC, 29204 |
(803) 509-8355
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Barber Tech Academy-Columbia
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College Vocational | 5.6 mi away | 421 Bush River Road Unit 98, Columbia, SC, 29210-0000 |
8038496066
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 1431 ASSEMBLY STREET, COLUMBIA, SC, 29201 |
(803) 929-3460
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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 COLUMBIA UNIV OF SC, SC US, located 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 29203. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.6° | 36.7° | 48.1° | 3.84" | 0.2" |
| February | 64.1° | 39.7° | 51.9° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.8° | 45.8° | 58.8° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.6° | 53.6° | 67.1° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.2° | 61.8° | 74.5° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 92.6° | 68.9° | 80.8° | 5.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 95.6° | 72.1° | 83.8° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.8° | 71.1° | 82.4° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.8° | 65.7° | 77.2° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.5° | 54.2° | 66.8° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.9° | 44.1° | 56.5° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.3° | 38.7° | 50.0° | 3.88" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Andrews CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Dentsville CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Arcadia Lakes town | Town | 5.6 mi | — |
| Forest Acres city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Seven Oaks CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Woodfield CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29203. • 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.