ZIP Code 29575, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29575 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29575 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Horry County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,721. The land area covers 10.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,721 | ±1,397 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,265 | ±496 | 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 | 16,592 | ±609 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,265 | ±496 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 7,327 | ±552 |
| Median Home Value | $305,700 | ±$17,585 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,305 | ±$239 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,447 | ±$7,323 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,588 | ±$3,805 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,588 | ±658 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,351 | ±1,037 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±2.9% |
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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Conway, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Myrtle Beach, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Myrtle Beach, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Myrtle Beach, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Myrtle Beach, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Myrtle Beach, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | 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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Miller-Motte College-Conway
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College | 11.1 mi away | 2451 Highway 501 East, Conway, SC, 29526-9508 |
8435911100
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SURFSIDE BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 410 SURFSIDE DRIVE, SURFSIDE BEACH, SC, 29575 |
(843) 915-5280
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Coastal Carolina University
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College | 11.6 mi away | 103 Tom Trout Drive, Conway, SC, 29526 |
8433473161
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HORRY COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 141 707-CONNECTOR, MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29588 |
(843) 915-6388
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Horry-Georgetown Technical College
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College | 11.6 mi away | 2050 Highway 501 East, Conway, SC, 29526 |
8433473186
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SOCASTEE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 141-707 CONNECTOR RD, MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29588 |
(843) 915-5283
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Strand College of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 12.2 mi away | 423 79th Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29572 |
8434672397
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CHAPIN BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 400 14TH AVE. N., MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577 |
(843) 918-1277
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Galen Health Institutes-Myrtle Beach
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College | 12.4 mi away | 920 Doug White Drive, Suite 120, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29572-4180 |
8432824282
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CHAPIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 400 14TH AVE. N., MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577 |
(843) 918-1275
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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 BROOKGREEN GARDENS, SC US, located 10.3 miles from ZCTA5 29575. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.8° | 36.8° | 46.8° | 3.69" | — |
| February | 59.3° | 38.8° | 49.0° | 3.42" | — |
| March | 66.2° | 44.4° | 55.3° | 4.05" | — |
| April | 73.5° | 52.2° | 62.8° | 3.51" | — |
| May | 80.0° | 61.0° | 70.5° | 3.78" | — |
| June | 85.6° | 68.3° | 77.0° | 4.94" | — |
| July | 88.4° | 72.1° | 80.2° | 6.01" | — |
| August | 86.9° | 71.0° | 78.9° | 6.14" | — |
| September | 82.6° | 66.1° | 74.3° | 7.05" | — |
| October | 75.6° | 55.9° | 65.7° | 5.09" | — |
| November | 66.4° | 45.0° | 55.7° | 3.03" | — |
| December | 59.3° | 38.6° | 49.0° | 4.61" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfside Beach town | Town | 1.4 mi | — |
| Garden City CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Socastee CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Forestbrook CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Murrells Inlet CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Myrtle Beach city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29575. • 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.