ZIP Code 29486, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29486 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29486 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Berkeley County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 53,975. The land area covers 62.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,975 | ±2,733 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,146 | ±945 | 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 | 21,508 | ±958 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,146 | ±945 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,362 | ±424 |
| Median Home Value | $367,700 | ±$17,398 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,748 | ±$50 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,578 | ±$5,925 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,950 | ±$2,055 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,830 | ±1,911 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,897 | ±2,037 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±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: 264,276 (2024)
ID: 174851
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 6122, MONCKS CORNER SC 29461-6120
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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 | North Charleston, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Summerville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Summerville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Summerville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Summerville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | Charleston, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Moncks Corner, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Moncks Corner, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Moncks Corner, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Summerville, 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-Goose Creek
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College Vocational | 7.5 mi away | 98 Davenport Street Suite 10, Goose Creek, SC, 29445-6694 |
8432855470
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CANE BAY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 1655 CANE BAY BLVD., STE A, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29486 |
(843) 719-4796
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Charleston Southern University
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College | 9.9 mi away | 9200 University Blvd, Charleston, SC, 29406-9121 |
8438637000
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BERKELEY COUNTY LIBRARY: SANGAREE
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 595 SANGAREE PARKWAY, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29483 |
(843) 695-1208
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Miller-Motte College-Charleston
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College | 12.5 mi away | 8085 Rivers Ave., Ste E, Charleston, SC, 29406 |
8435740101
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SUMMERVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 76 OLD TROLLEY ROAD, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29485 |
(843) 871-5075
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Charleston Cosmetology Institute
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College Vocational | 13.2 mi away | 8484 Dorchester Road, Charleston, SC, 29420 |
8435523670
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BERKELEY COUNTY LIBRARY: GOOSE CREEK
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 325 OLD MONCKS CORNER ROAD, GOOSE CREEK, SC, 29445 |
(843) 572-1376
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Trident Technical College
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College | 14.4 mi away | 7000 Rivers Avenue, Charleston, SC, 29423-8067 |
8435746111
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ASHLEY RIVER
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 2824 BACONS BRIDGE RD, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29485 |
(843) 871-5075
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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 SUMMERVILLE 4W, SC US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 29486. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.2° | 34.5° | 46.4° | 3.63" | — |
| February | 61.9° | 37.0° | 49.4° | 3.27" | — |
| March | 68.5° | 42.2° | 55.4° | 3.89" | — |
| April | 75.6° | 49.5° | 62.6° | 3.45" | — |
| May | 82.3° | 59.1° | 70.7° | 3.52" | — |
| June | 87.2° | 67.2° | 77.2° | 5.60" | — |
| July | 90.1° | 70.9° | 80.5° | 6.78" | — |
| August | 89.7° | 70.4° | 80.1° | 6.17" | — |
| September | 84.7° | 64.8° | 74.8° | 5.88" | — |
| October | 76.6° | 53.0° | 64.8° | 4.12" | — |
| November | 67.7° | 42.2° | 54.9° | 2.97" | — |
| December | 61.3° | 37.4° | 49.3° | 3.42" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sangaree CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Lincolnville town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Summerville town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
| Ladson CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Ridgeville town | Town | 8.7 mi | — |
| Pinopolis CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29486. • 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.