ZIP Code 29681, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29681 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29681 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Greenville County / Laurens County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 68,650. The land area covers 43.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68,650 | ±3,211 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 24,626 | ±974 | 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 | 25,480 | ±969 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 24,626 | ±974 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 854 | ±296 |
| Median Home Value | $360,400 | ±$8,888 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,660 | ±$108 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $114,986 | ±$8,743 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,430 | ±$1,766 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,893 | ±735 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 33,029 | ±1,725 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±1.7% |
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: 570,745 (2024)
ID: 134413
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
301 UNIVERSITY RIDGE, STE 2400, GREENVILLE SC 29601-3681
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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 | Duncan, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greer, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Moore, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Spartanburg, 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 | 06-08 | Duncan, 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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Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville
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College Vocational | 5.3 mi away | 1215 Woodruff Road, Bldg A, Greenville, SC, 29607 |
8646408111
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SIMPSONVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 626 NE MAIN STREET, SIMPSONVILLE, SC, 29681 |
(864) 963-9031
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Greenville Technical College
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College | 9.2 mi away | 506 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC, 29606 |
8642508000
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FIVE FORKS BRANCH
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 104 SUNNYDALE DRIVE, SIMPSONVILLE, SC, 29681 |
(864) 234-4904
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Academy of Hair Technology
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College Vocational | 9.4 mi away | 3715 E North St Ste F, Greenville, SC, 29615-2363 |
8643220300
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FOUNTAIN INN BRANCH
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 311 NORTH MAIN STREET, FOUNTAIN INN, SC, 29644 |
(864) 862-2576
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Bob Jones University
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College | 10.9 mi away | 1700 Wade Hampton Boulavard, Greenville, SC, 29614-0001 |
8642425100
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MAULDIN BRANCH
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 800 WEST BUTLER ROAD, GREENVILLE, SC, 29607 |
(864) 277-7397
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Strayer University-South Carolina
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College | 11.1 mi away | 823 S. Church Street, Ste B, Greenville, SC, 29601 |
8774457180
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PELHAM ROAD BRANCH
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 1508 PELHAM ROAD, GREENVILLE, SC, 29615 |
(864) 288-6688
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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 FOUNTAIN INN 2 SW, SC US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 29681. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.3° | 29.8° | 41.6° | 4.35" | — |
| February | 57.0° | 33.1° | 45.1° | 4.00" | — |
| March | 64.8° | 38.4° | 51.6° | 4.47" | — |
| April | 73.3° | 46.8° | 60.1° | 4.15" | — |
| May | 79.6° | 56.1° | 67.9° | 3.66" | — |
| June | 86.6° | 64.3° | 75.5° | 4.50" | — |
| July | 90.0° | 68.1° | 79.1° | 4.40" | — |
| August | 88.4° | 67.2° | 77.8° | 4.89" | — |
| September | 82.6° | 61.3° | 72.0° | 3.69" | — |
| October | 73.5° | 48.6° | 61.1° | 3.62" | — |
| November | 63.5° | 37.8° | 50.7° | 3.86" | — |
| December | 55.7° | 32.5° | 44.1° | 4.65" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Forks CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Simpsonville city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mauldin city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Fountain Inn city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Conestee CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Greenville city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29681. • 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.