ZIP Code 29640, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29640 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29640 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pickens County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 33,142. The land area covers 85.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,142 | ±1,698 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,071 | ±651 | 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 | 14,366 | ±581 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,071 | ±651 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,295 | ±303 |
| Median Home Value | $217,900 | ±$11,946 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,005 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,207 | ±$4,629 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,739 | ±$9,581 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.1% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,970 | ±984 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,790 | ±998 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±1.5% |
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: 138,207 (2024)
ID: 174865
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
222 MCDANIEL AVE, B6, PICKENS SC 29671-2754
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Pickens, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greer, 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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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Greenville
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College Vocational | 7.9 mi away | 3528-A Earl E. Morris Jr. Highway, Greenville, SC, 29611-7553 |
8642696886
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PICKENS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 304 BILTMORE ROAD, EASLEY, SC, 29640 |
(864) 850-7077
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Furman University
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College | 8.3 mi away | 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC, 29613-6162 |
8642942000
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BEREA BRANCH
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 111 NORTH HWY. 25 BYPASS, GREENVILLE, SC, 29617 |
(864) 246-1695
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Arclabs
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College Vocational | 9.8 mi away | 2615 Highway 153, B-3, Piedmont, SC, 29673 |
8642369995
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VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 124 NORTH CATHERINE STREET, PICKENS, SC, 29671 |
(864) 898-5747
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Strayer University-South Carolina
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College | 10.3 mi away | 823 S. Church Street, Ste B, Greenville, SC, 29601 |
8774457180
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POWDERSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 4 CIVIC COURT, EASLEY, SC, 29642 |
(864) 295-1190
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Bob Jones University
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College | 11.9 mi away | 1700 Wade Hampton Boulavard, Greenville, SC, 29614-0001 |
8642425100
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ANDERSON ROAD BRANCH
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 2625 ANDERSON ROAD, GREENVILLE, SC, 29611 |
(864) 269-5210
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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 PICKENS, SC US, located 8.1 miles from ZCTA5 29640. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.5° | 30.4° | 41.5° | 5.24" | 0.4" |
| February | 56.1° | 32.7° | 44.4° | 4.54" | 0.2" |
| March | 63.7° | 39.0° | 51.3° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| April | 72.9° | 46.8° | 59.8° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.8° | 56.6° | 68.2° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.4° | 65.1° | 75.8° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 68.9° | 79.3° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.2° | 68.1° | 78.2° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.9° | 61.8° | 72.3° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.4° | 49.2° | 61.3° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.1° | 38.2° | 50.7° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.9° | 33.1° | 44.0° | 5.67" | 0.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dacusville CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Easley city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Arial CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Berea CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Parker CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Welcome CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29640. • 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.