ZIP Code 29720, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29720 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29720 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lancaster County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 53,584. The land area covers 284.96 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,584 | ±2,315 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,644 | ±870 | 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 | 22,777 | ±789 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,644 | ±870 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,133 | ±442 |
| Median Home Value | $245,500 | ±$14,331 |
| Median Gross Rent | $891 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,969 | ±$4,770 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,828 | ±$2,072 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,311 | ±1,666 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,970 | ±1,454 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±1.4% |
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: 111,652 (2024)
ID: 174861
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: LANCASTER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 1809, LANCASTER SC 29721-1809
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lancaster, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kershaw, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kershaw, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Rock Hill, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lancaster, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lancaster, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lancaster, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lancaster, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rock Hill, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rock Hill, 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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University of South Carolina-Lancaster
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College | 2.6 mi away | 476 Hubbard Drive, Lancaster, SC, 29720-0889 |
8033137000
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LANCASTER COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 313 S. WHITE ST., LANCASTER, SC, 29720 |
(803) 285-1502
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York Technical College
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College | 19.4 mi away | 452 S Anderson Rd, Rock Hill, SC, 29730 |
8033278000
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DEL WEBB LIBRARY AT INDIAN LAND
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 7641 CHARLOTTE HIGHWAY, INDIAN LAND, SC, 29707 |
(803) 548-9260
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Clinton College
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College | 20.6 mi away | 1029 Crawford Rd, Rock Hill, SC, 29730 |
80332774028151
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GREAT FALLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 39 CALHOUN STREET, GREAT FALLS, SC, 29055 |
(803) 482-2149
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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Rock Hill
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College Vocational | 21.1 mi away | 2375 Cherry Road Suite #102, Rock Hill, SC, 29732 |
8033285166
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LEWISVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 3771 LANCASTER HWY, RICHBURG, SC, 29729 |
(803) 789-7800
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Winthrop University
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College | 21.2 mi away | 701 Oakland Ave, Rock Hill, SC, 29733 |
8033232211
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WAXHAW LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 1515 CUTHBERTSON RD, WAXHAW, NC, 28173 |
(704) 283-8184
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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 MONROE AP, NC US, located 20.0 miles from ZCTA5 29720. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.7° | 32.0° | 42.4° | 3.00" | — |
| February | 56.6° | 34.9° | 45.8° | 2.77" | — |
| March | 64.0° | 41.0° | 52.5° | 3.19" | — |
| April | 73.3° | 48.7° | 61.0° | 2.90" | — |
| May | 80.4° | 57.2° | 68.8° | 2.89" | — |
| June | 87.2° | 65.3° | 76.3° | 3.73" | — |
| July | 90.5° | 68.8° | 79.7° | 3.63" | — |
| August | 88.5° | 67.9° | 78.2° | 3.79" | — |
| September | 82.9° | 62.0° | 72.4° | 3.18" | — |
| October | 73.4° | 50.1° | 61.7° | 2.97" | — |
| November | 62.9° | 39.7° | 51.3° | 2.91" | — |
| December | 55.1° | 34.4° | 44.8° | 2.96" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Unity CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Springdale CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Elgin CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Irwin CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Buford CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29720. • 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.