ZIP Code 29686, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29686 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29686 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oconee County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 989. The land area covers 32.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | ±281 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.2 yrs | ±11.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 387 | ±119 | 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 | 604 | ±168 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 387 | ±119 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 217 | ±131 |
| Median Home Value | $332,500 | ±$34,807 |
| 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 | $58,313 | ±$23,440 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,910 | ±$6,046 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.7% | ±7.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 183 | ±91 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.5% | ±7.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 399 | ±172 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±8.3% |
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: 82,475 (2024)
ID: 174864
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
415 S PINE ST, WALHALLA SC 29691-2145
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-13 | Cashiers, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cashiers, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Highlands, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Walhalla, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Seneca, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Rosman, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rosman, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rosman, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Six Mile, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Cashiers, NC |
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 | 22.9 mi away | 201 Sikes Hall, Clemson, SC, 29634 |
8646564636
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SALEM BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 5 PARK AVENUE, SALEM, SC, 29676 |
(864) 944-0912
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Southern Wesleyan University
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College | 22.9 mi away | 907 Wesleyan Drive, Central, SC, 29630-1020 |
8646445000
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HUDSON LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 554 MAIN ST, HIGHLANDS, NC, 28741 |
(828) 526-3031
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ALBERT CARLTON-CASHIERS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 249 FRANK ALLEN RD, CASHIERS, NC, 28717 |
(828) 743-0215
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OCONEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 501 W S BROAD ST, WALHALLA, SC, 29691 |
(864) 638-4133
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OCONEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 501 W. SOUTH BROAD ST., WALHALLA, SC, 29691 |
(864) 638-4133
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SENECA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 300 EAST SOUTH SECOND STREET, SENECA, SC, 29678 |
(864) 882-4855
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VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 124 NORTH CATHERINE STREET, PICKENS, SC, 29671 |
(864) 898-5747
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WESTMINSTER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 112 WEST NORTH AVENUE, WESTMINSTER, SC, 29693 |
(864) 364-5760
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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 JOCASSEE 8 WNW, SC US, located 2.2 miles from ZCTA5 29686. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.3° | 25.6° | 37.0° | 8.08" | 1.4" |
| February | 51.6° | 27.7° | 39.6° | 6.24" | 0.7" |
| March | 57.7° | 32.2° | 44.9° | 7.30" | 0.2" |
| April | 66.2° | 39.1° | 52.7° | 6.66" | 0.0" |
| May | 71.9° | 47.4° | 59.7° | 6.55" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.8° | 55.5° | 66.6° | 7.78" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.4° | 59.3° | 69.8° | 7.09" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.8° | 58.8° | 69.3° | 8.87" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.8° | 52.6° | 63.7° | 7.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.9° | 41.1° | 54.0° | 6.40" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.7° | 32.2° | 45.5° | 7.05" | 0.0" |
| December | 50.3° | 27.8° | 39.1° | 7.68" | 1.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamassee CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Salem town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Highlands town | Town | 10.5 mi | — |
| Cashiers CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
| Keowee Key CDP | CDP | 12.4 mi | — |
| Walhalla city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29686. • 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.