ZIP Code 29306, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29306 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29306 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,714. The land area covers 19.52 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,714 | ±1,307 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,753 | ±531 | 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 | 7,434 | ±491 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,753 | ±531 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 681 | ±188 |
| Median Home Value | $177,500 | ±$18,026 |
| Median Gross Rent | $948 | ±$126 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,356 | ±$3,591 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,855 | ±$2,489 |
| Poverty Rate | 32.2% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,272 | ±946 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.8% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,314 | ±694 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.9% | ±1.7% |
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: 369,256 (2024)
ID: 174867
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 5666, SPARTANBURG SC 29303
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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 | Duncan, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greer, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Moore, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Spartanburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gaffney, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Duncan, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Duncan, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Boiling Springs, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Boiling Springs, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Inman, 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-Spartanburg
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College Vocational | 3.6 mi away | 1515 John B White SR Blvd, Spartanburg, SC, 29301 |
8645876000
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SPARTANBURG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES BKMOBILE
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 151 S. CHURCH STREET, SPARTANBURG, SC, 29306 |
(864) 596-3512
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Converse University
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College | 4.4 mi away | 580 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC, 29302-0006 |
8645969000
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SPARTANBURG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 151 S. CHURCH STREET, SPARTANBURG, SC, 29306 |
(864) 596-3507
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Wofford College
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College | 4.7 mi away | 429 N Church St, Spartanburg, SC, 29303-3663 |
8645974000
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WESTSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 5250 OAK GROVE ROAD, SPARTANBURG, SC, 29301 |
(864) 574-6815
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Spartanburg Methodist College
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College | 5.1 mi away | 1750 Powell Mill Road, Spartanburg, SC, 29301-5899 |
8645874000
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PACOLET BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 390 WEST MAIN STREET, PACOLET, SC, 29372 |
(864) 474-0421
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Spartanburg Community College
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College | 6.9 mi away | 107 Community College Drive, Spartanburg, SC, 29303 |
8645924500
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BOILING SPRINGS LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 871 DOUBLE BRIDGE ROAD, BOILING SPRINGS, SC, 29316 |
(864) 578-3665
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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 SPARTANBURG 3 SSE, SC US, located 1.1 miles from ZCTA5 29306. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.1° | 31.5° | 42.8° | 4.34" | 0.4" |
| February | 58.5° | 33.8° | 46.1° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.0° | 39.8° | 52.9° | 4.81" | 0.2" |
| April | 74.8° | 47.3° | 61.1° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.0° | 56.0° | 68.5° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.0° | 64.6° | 75.8° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.1° | 68.6° | 79.3° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.3° | 67.8° | 78.1° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.4° | 61.6° | 72.5° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.4° | 49.0° | 61.7° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.8° | 38.4° | 51.1° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.8° | 33.6° | 44.7° | 4.70" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkwright CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Roebuck CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Camp Croft CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Spartanburg city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Ben Avon CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Pauline CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29306. • 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.