ZIP Code 29826, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29826 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29826 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Barnwell County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 241. The land area covers 2.03 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | ±148 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±24.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 65 | ±30 | 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 | 88 | ±36 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 65 | ±30 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 23 | ±19 |
| Median Home Value | $78,600 | ±$11,256 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,643 | ±$1,333 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $17,898 | ±$9,329 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.4% | ±26.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 42 | ±68 |
| Unemployment Rate | 55.6% | ±53.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 48 | ±38 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.2% | ±20.2% |
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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COUNTY OF BARNWELL
GUS Population: 20,495 (2024)
ID: 187443
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
57 WALL ST, RM 126, BARNWELL SC 29812-1670
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Blackville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Barnwell, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Barnwell, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Barnwell, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Blackville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Denmark, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Denmark, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Denmark, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Barnwell, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Neeses, 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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Voorhees University
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College | 14.4 mi away | 1897 Voorhees Road, Denmark, SC, 29042 |
8037801051
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WILLISTON LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 205 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, WILLISTON, SC, 29853 |
(803) 266-3027
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Denmark Technical College
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College | 14.5 mi away | 1126 Solomon Blatt Blvd, Denmark, SC, 29042 |
8037935101
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BLACKVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 19420 SOL BLATT AVENUE NORTH, BLACKVILLE, SC, 29817 |
(803) 284-2295
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BARNWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 40 BURR STREET, BARNWELL, SC, 29812 |
(803) 259-3612
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DENMARK LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 5122 CAROLINA HIGHWAY, DENMARK, SC, 29042 |
(803) 793-4511
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NANCY BONNETTE BRANCH
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 204 PARK STREET, NE, WAGENER, SC, 29164 |
(803) 564-5396
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NEW ELLENTON LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 113 PINE HILL AVENUE, NEW ELLENTON, SC, 29809 |
(803) 652-7845
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NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 9316 NORTH ROAD, NORTH, SC, 29112 |
(803) 247-5880
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BAMBERG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 315 NORTH EAST RAILROAD AVENUE, BAMBERG, SC, 29003 |
(803) 245-3022
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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 BLACKVILLE 3 W, SC US, located 2.8 miles from ZCTA5 29826. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.7° | 35.6° | 46.2° | 3.56" | — |
| February | 60.7° | 38.3° | 49.5° | 3.69" | — |
| March | 67.9° | 44.1° | 56.0° | 3.93" | — |
| April | 75.6° | 51.0° | 63.3° | 3.32" | — |
| May | 83.3° | 59.8° | 71.5° | 3.00" | — |
| June | 88.3° | 67.4° | 77.9° | 5.28" | — |
| July | 90.8° | 70.5° | 80.6° | 4.40" | — |
| August | 88.8° | 69.9° | 79.3° | 5.13" | — |
| September | 84.4° | 64.4° | 74.4° | 4.81" | — |
| October | 76.2° | 53.1° | 64.6° | 2.66" | — |
| November | 66.4° | 43.1° | 54.7° | 2.54" | — |
| December | 59.0° | 38.0° | 48.5° | 3.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elko town | Town | 1.2 mi | — |
| Williston town | Town | 3.8 mi | — |
| Blackville town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Springfield town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Barnwell city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Hilda town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29826. • 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.