ZIP Code 29209, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29209 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29209 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Richland County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,041. The land area covers 52.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,041 | ±2,770 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,229 | ±886 | 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 | 16,684 | ±844 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,229 | ±886 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,455 | ±359 |
| Median Home Value | $206,500 | ±$12,875 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,326 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,772 | ±$6,129 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,989 | ±$3,661 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.1% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,056 | ±2,165 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,059 | ±1,240 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.3% | ±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 | Columbia, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbia, SC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbia, 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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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Columbia
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 7474 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC, 29209 |
8037769100
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RICHLAND LIBRARY SOUTHEAST
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 7421 GARNERS FERRY ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29209 |
(803) 776-0855
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University of South Carolina-Columbia
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College | 6.5 mi away | Columbia-Campus, Columbia, SC, 29208 |
8037777000
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RICHLAND LIBRARY LOWER RICHLAND
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 9019 GARNERS FERRY ROAD, HOPKINS, SC, 29061 |
(803) 509-8372
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Allen University
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College | 6.9 mi away | 1530 Harden Street, Columbia, SC, 29204 |
80337657005893
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RICHLAND LIBRARY WHEATLEY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 931 WOODROW STREET, COLUMBIA, SC, 29205 |
(803) 799-5873
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Benedict College
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College | 7.0 mi away | 1600 Harden Street, Columbia, SC, 29204-1086 |
8032535000
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RICHLAND LIBRARY COOPER
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 5317 N. TRENHOLM ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC, 29206 |
(803) 787-3462
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Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia
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College Vocational | 8.3 mi away | 1008 Meeting St, West Columbia, SC, 29169 |
8037722232
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.3 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 OWENS DWTN AP, SC US, located 3.9 miles from ZCTA5 29209. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.2° | 37.0° | 47.1° | 3.41" | — |
| February | 61.0° | 39.6° | 50.3° | 3.27" | — |
| March | 68.8° | 45.6° | 57.2° | 3.48" | — |
| April | 77.2° | 53.4° | 65.3° | 2.70" | — |
| May | 84.1° | 62.1° | 73.1° | 2.95" | — |
| June | 90.1° | 69.9° | 80.0° | 4.77" | — |
| July | 93.2° | 73.3° | 83.2° | 4.80" | — |
| August | 91.3° | 72.3° | 81.8° | 4.65" | — |
| September | 86.2° | 67.4° | 76.8° | 4.33" | — |
| October | 77.0° | 55.5° | 66.3° | 3.07" | — |
| November | 67.0° | 43.9° | 55.4° | 2.78" | — |
| December | 59.5° | 39.1° | 49.3° | 3.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol View CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Arthurtown CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Hopkins CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Cayce city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Olympia CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Forest Acres city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29209. • 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.