ZIP Code 29511, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29511 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29511 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Horry County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,874. The land area covers 57.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,874 | ±1,077 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,437 | ±377 | 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 | 2,637 | ±377 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,437 | ±377 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 200 | ±107 |
| Median Home Value | $252,900 | ±$61,147 |
| Median Gross Rent | $980 | ±$241 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,507 | ±$7,284 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,222 | ±$4,072 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | ±7.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,214 | ±548 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,948 | ±574 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±18.5% |
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: 413,391 (2024)
ID: 134414
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE
PO BOX 1236, CONWAY SC 29528-1236
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Myrtle Beach, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Mullins, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Aynor, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Aynor, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Galivants Ferry, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Myrtle Beach, 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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Coastal Carolina University
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College | 14.0 mi away | 103 Tom Trout Drive, Conway, SC, 29526 |
8433473161
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AYNOR LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 500 9TH. AVENUE, AYNOR, SC, 29511 |
(843) 915-5286
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Horry-Georgetown Technical College
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College | 14.1 mi away | 2050 Highway 501 East, Conway, SC, 29526 |
8433473186
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CONWAY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 801 MAIN ST, CONWAY, SC, 29526 |
(843) 915-7323
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Miller-Motte College-Conway
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College | 14.9 mi away | 2451 Highway 501 East, Conway, SC, 29526-9508 |
8435911100
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THOMPSON HERITAGE AND RESEARCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 1008 5TH AVE, CONWAY, SC, 29526 |
(843) 915-5222
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Academy for Careers and Technology
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College Vocational | 19.2 mi away | 2697 E Hwy 76, Mullins, SC, 29574 |
8434231941
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GREEN SEA FLOYDS LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 5331 HWY 9, GREEN SEA, SC, 29545 |
(843) 915-5279
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Galen Health Institutes-Myrtle Beach
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College | 22.9 mi away | 920 Doug White Drive, Suite 120, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29572-4180 |
8432824282
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LORIS LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 4316 MAIN STREET, LORIS, SC, 29569 |
(843) 915-5278
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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 CONWAY, SC US, located 10.7 miles from ZCTA5 29511. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.1° | 35.2° | 46.7° | 4.28" | — |
| February | 60.6° | 38.1° | 49.4° | 3.57" | — |
| March | 68.0° | 43.6° | 55.8° | 3.76" | — |
| April | 75.8° | 51.9° | 63.8° | 3.16" | — |
| May | 82.6° | 60.6° | 71.6° | 3.33" | — |
| June | 87.7° | 68.7° | 78.2° | 5.34" | — |
| July | 90.8° | 72.4° | 81.6° | 6.89" | — |
| August | 89.1° | 71.2° | 80.2° | 7.81" | — |
| September | 84.8° | 66.0° | 75.4° | 6.00" | — |
| October | 76.9° | 54.8° | 65.9° | 3.83" | — |
| November | 68.2° | 44.1° | 56.1° | 3.21" | — |
| December | 60.6° | 38.6° | 49.6° | 4.03" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aynor town | Town | 5.2 mi | — |
| Homewood CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Ketchuptown CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Conway city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Finklea CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Live Oak CDP | CDP | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29511. • 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.