ZIP Code 29631, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29631 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29631 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anderson County / Pickens County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,849. The land area covers 8.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,849 | ±676 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 23 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,556 | ±415 | 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 | 7,315 | ±422 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,556 | ±415 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 759 | ±239 |
| Median Home Value | $400,400 | ±$35,621 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,053 | ±$73 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,800 | ±$5,919 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,954 | ±$5,528 |
| Poverty Rate | 37.1% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,837 | ±843 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,703 | ±628 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.3% | ±2.2% |
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: 217,183 (2024)
ID: 174849
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 8002, ANDERSON SC 29622-8002
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Anderson, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Anderson, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Seneca, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Anderson, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Anderson, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Central, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clemson, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Anderson, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Central, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Easley, 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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Clemson University
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College | 1.0 mi away | 201 Sikes Hall, Clemson, SC, 29634 |
8646564636
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CENTRAL CLEMSON REGIONAL BRANCH
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 105 COMMONS WAY, CENTRAL, SC, 29630 |
(864) 639-2711
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Tri-County Technical College
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College | 3.1 mi away | 7900 U.S. Hwy 76, Pendleton, SC, 29670 |
8646468282
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PENDLETON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 650 SOUTH MECHANIC STREET, PENDLETON, SC, 29670 |
(864) 646-3923
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Southern Wesleyan University
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College | 4.5 mi away | 907 Wesleyan Drive, Central, SC, 29630-1020 |
8646445000
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SENECA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 300 EAST SOUTH SECOND STREET, SENECA, SC, 29678 |
(864) 882-4855
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Anderson University
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College | 15.3 mi away | 316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC, 29621-4035 |
8642312000
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SARLIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 15 SOUTH PALMETTO STREET, LIBERTY, SC, 29657 |
(864) 843-5805
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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Greenville
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College Vocational | 20.4 mi away | 3528-A Earl E. Morris Jr. Highway, Greenville, SC, 29611-7553 |
8642696886
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VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 124 NORTH CATHERINE STREET, PICKENS, SC, 29671 |
(864) 898-5747
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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 CLEMSON UNIV, SC US, located 1.5 miles from ZCTA5 29631. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.4° | 32.5° | 42.9° | 4.94" | 0.8" |
| February | 57.1° | 34.6° | 45.8° | 4.36" | 0.8" |
| March | 64.6° | 40.6° | 52.6° | 4.80" | 0.3" |
| April | 73.3° | 48.2° | 60.8° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.6° | 57.2° | 68.9° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.6° | 65.1° | 76.4° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.0° | 68.5° | 79.8° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.5° | 67.7° | 78.6° | 5.27" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.2° | 61.9° | 73.0° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.3° | 50.0° | 62.2° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.3° | 39.5° | 51.9° | 3.87" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.9° | 34.4° | 45.1° | 5.07" | 0.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson city | City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Clemson University CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pendleton town | Town | 3.5 mi | — |
| Central town | Town | 3.6 mi | — |
| La France CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Utica CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29631. • 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.