ZIP Code 29438, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29438 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29438 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Charleston County / Colleton County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,826. The land area covers 75.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,826 | ±244 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 62.4 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,501 | ±149 | 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 | 3,573 | ±247 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,501 | ±149 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,072 | ±208 |
| Median Home Value | $642,400 | ±$60,944 |
| Median Gross Rent | $888 | ±$121 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,979 | ±$11,811 |
| Per Capita Income | $70,959 | ±$7,625 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 195 | ±89 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±5.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,204 | ±153 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±2.8% |
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: 431,001 (2024)
ID: 174852
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
4045 BRIDGE VIEW DR, STE A225, NORTH CHARLESTON SC 29405-7464
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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 | Johns Island, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hollywood, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Wadmalaw Island, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Johns Island, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Edisto Island, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Meggett, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Yonges Island, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | St. Helena, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Johns Island, SC | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-3 | JOHNS ISLAND, 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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Vski Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 23.4 mi away | 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC, 29407-4610 |
8432030000
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EDISTO ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 1589 HIGHWAY 174, EDISTO ISLAND, SC, 29438 |
(843) 869-2355
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Technical College of the Lowcountry
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College | 23.5 mi away | 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, SC, 29901-1288 |
8007688252
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EDISTO BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 71 STATION COURT, EDISTO ISLAND, SC, 29438 |
(843) 869-2499
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ST. PAUL`S HOLLYWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 5130 HIGHWAY 165, HOLLYWOOD, SC, 29449 |
(843) 889-3300
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JOHN`S ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 3531 MAYBANK HIGHWAY, JOHN`S ISLAND, SC, 29455 |
(843) 559-1945
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SAINT HELENA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 6355 JONATHAN FRANCIS SENIOR RD, ST HELENA ISLAND, SC, 29920 |
(843) 255-6540
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BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 311 SCOTT STREET, BEAUFORT, SC, 29902 |
(843) 255-6456
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BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 311 SCOTT STREET, BEAUFORT, SC, 29902 |
(843) 255-6446
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BAXTER-PATRICK JAMES ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 1858 SOUTH GRIMBALL ROAD, CHARLESTON, SC, 29412 |
(843) 795-6679
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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 EDISTO IS MIDDLETON PLANTATION, SC US, located 2.9 miles from ZCTA5 29438. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.2° | 40.0° | 49.6° | 3.58" | — |
| February | 62.9° | 42.5° | 52.7° | 2.89" | — |
| March | 68.8° | 48.3° | 58.6° | 3.88" | — |
| April | 76.1° | 55.9° | 66.0° | 3.55" | — |
| May | 82.9° | 64.3° | 73.6° | 2.79" | — |
| June | 88.0° | 71.0° | 79.5° | 5.21" | — |
| July | 90.3° | 74.2° | 82.3° | 6.55" | — |
| August | 89.6° | 73.6° | 81.6° | 7.46" | — |
| September | 85.3° | 69.1° | 77.2° | 5.19" | — |
| October | 77.6° | 59.6° | 68.6° | 4.34" | — |
| November | 67.8° | 48.7° | 58.3° | 2.61" | — |
| December | 61.3° | 42.9° | 52.1° | 3.85" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edisto Beach town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Rockville town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Seabrook Island town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Meggett town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| Adams Run CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
| Harbor Island CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29438. • 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.