ZIP Code 29543, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29543 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29543 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dillon County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 415. The land area covers 18.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | ±179 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 65.5 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 162 | ±85 | 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 | 189 | ±93 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 162 | ±85 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 27 | ±44 |
| Median Home Value | $84,400 | ±$27,976 |
| 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 | $55,658 | ±$22,605 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,752 | ±$7,733 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10 | ±16 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±8.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 159 | ±105 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.7% | ±16.1% |
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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COUNTY OF DILLON
GUS Population: 27,577 (2024)
ID: 174856
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 449, DILLON SC 29536-0449
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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 | Mullins, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Dillon, 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 | PK-02 | Marion, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fairmont, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fairmont, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Fairmont, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Dillon, 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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Academy for Careers and Technology
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College Vocational | 8.2 mi away | 2697 E Hwy 76, Mullins, SC, 29574 |
8434231941
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MULLINS LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 210 NORTH MAIN STREET, MULLINS, SC, 29574 |
(843) 464-9621
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Francis Marion University
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College | 23.1 mi away | 4822 East Palmetto Street, Florence, SC, 29506 |
8436611362
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SADIE CARMICHAEL BRANCH LIBRARY (LAKE VIEW)
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 207 S. MAIN STREET, LAKE VIEW, SC, 29563 |
(803) 759-2692
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NICHOLS LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 514 W. MULLINS ST., NICHOLS, SC, 29581 |
(843) 526-2641
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DILLON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 600 EAST MAIN STREET, DILLON, SC, 29536 |
(843) 774-0330
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MARION COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 101 EAST COURT STREET, MARION, SC, 29571 |
(843) 423-8300
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MARION COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 101 E. COURT STREET, MARION, SC, 29571 |
(843) 423-8300
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SELLERS LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 2635 MAIN STREET, SELLERS, SC, 29592 |
(843) 423-8300
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FAIR BLUFF COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 315 RAILROAD ST, FAIR BLUFF, NC, 28439 |
(910) 805-8889
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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 MULLINS, SC US, located 6.5 miles from ZCTA5 29543. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.6° | 32.5° | 43.0° | 3.52" | — |
| February | 58.0° | 34.7° | 46.3° | 3.58" | — |
| March | 65.4° | 40.4° | 52.9° | 3.80" | — |
| April | 74.0° | 48.7° | 61.4° | 3.47" | — |
| May | 80.7° | 58.2° | 69.4° | 4.19" | — |
| June | 86.4° | 66.6° | 76.5° | 5.30" | — |
| July | 89.8° | 70.2° | 80.0° | 4.61" | — |
| August | 87.5° | 69.0° | 78.2° | 6.18" | — |
| September | 82.6° | 63.4° | 73.0° | 5.90" | — |
| October | 73.7° | 52.0° | 62.9° | 4.87" | — |
| November | 63.7° | 40.6° | 52.2° | 3.84" | — |
| December | 57.0° | 35.8° | 46.4° | 3.97" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Floydale CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Mullins city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Lake View town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Nichols town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Newtown CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29543. • 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.