ZIP Code 29516, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29516 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29516 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Marlboro County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 882. The land area covers 102.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | ±245 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.8 yrs | ±9.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 260 | ±74 | 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 | 343 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 260 | ±74 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 83 | ±71 |
| Median Home Value | $52,900 | ±$48,126 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,639 | ±$21,157 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,917 | ±$9,240 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±7.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 158 | ±76 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±7.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 444 | ±179 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.6% | ±10.2% |
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: 25,498 (2024)
ID: 191477
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 419, BENNETTSVILLE SC 29512-0419
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Bennettsville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bennettsville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Blenheim, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clio, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Dillon, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Dillon, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dillon, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Dillon, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Florence, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Darlington, 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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Francis Marion University
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College | 17.6 mi away | 4822 East Palmetto Street, Florence, SC, 29506 |
8436611362
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MARLBORO COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 203 FAYETTEVILLE AVENUE, BENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512 |
(843) 479-5630
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Florence-Darlington Technical College
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College | 17.9 mi away | 2715 W. Lucas Street, Florence, SC, 29501-0548 |
8436618324
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MARLBORO COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 203 FAYETTEVILLE AVENUE, BENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512 |
(843) 479-5630
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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Florence
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College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 2443 West Lucas Street, Florence, SC, 29501 |
8436793778
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SELLERS LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 2635 MAIN STREET, SELLERS, SC, 29592 |
(843) 423-8300
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St. Andrews University
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College | 22.3 mi away | 1700 Dogwood Mile, Laurinburg, NC, 28352 |
9102775555
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DILLON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 600 EAST MAIN STREET, DILLON, SC, 29536 |
(843) 774-0330
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Academy for Careers and Technology
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College Vocational | 23.7 mi away | 2697 E Hwy 76, Mullins, SC, 29574 |
8434231941
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SOCIETY HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 114 CARRIGAN ST., SOCIETY HILL, SC, 29593 |
(843) 378-0026
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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 FLORENCE 8 NE, SC US, located 12.6 miles from ZCTA5 29516. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.9° | 34.2° | 45.5° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| February | 60.0° | 36.4° | 48.2° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| March | 67.8° | 43.4° | 55.6° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.3° | 51.2° | 63.7° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.3° | 60.4° | 71.9° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.4° | 68.8° | 79.1° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.9° | 72.4° | 82.7° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.1° | 70.5° | 80.8° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.0° | 64.8° | 75.4° | 5.06" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.8° | 53.1° | 65.0° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.5° | 42.0° | 54.7° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.8° | 36.5° | 48.2° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Clio town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Latta town | Town | 12.6 mi | — |
| Little Rock CDP | CDP | 12.9 mi | — |
| Bennettsville city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
| Sellers town | Town | 13.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29516. • 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.