ZIP Code 29840, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29840 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29840 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in McCormick County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 261. The land area covers 31.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | ±176 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 68.3 yrs | ±27.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 113 | ±77 | 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 | 149 | ±86 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 113 | ±77 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 36 | ±41 |
| Median Home Value | $93,400 | ±$21,201 |
| 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 | $43,504 | ±$6,394 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,418 | ±$6,129 |
| Poverty Rate | 33.3% | ±25.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 87 | ±89 |
| Unemployment Rate | 23.1% | ±27.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 70 | ±70 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 34.5% | ±17.3% |
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: 9,983 (2024)
ID: 174863
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
610 S MINE ST, MC CORMICK SC 29835
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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 | 10-12 | Abbeville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abbeville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Calhoun Falls, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Calhoun Falls, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lincolnton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lincolnton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lincolnton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Abbeville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | McCormick, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Abbeville, SC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CALHOUN FALLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 409 WEST TUGALOO STREET, CALHOUN FALLS, SC, 29628 |
(864) 418-8724
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LINCOLN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 181 N. PEACHTREE STREET, LINCOLNTON, GA, 30817 |
(706) 359-4014
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MCCORMICK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 201 RAILROAD AVE., MCCORMICK, SC, 29835 |
(864) 852-2821
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ABBEVILLE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 1407 NORTH MAIN STREET, ABBEVILLE, SC, 29620 |
(864) 459-4009
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ELBERT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 345 HEARD STREET, ELBERTON, GA, 30635 |
(706) 283-5375
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 204 E. LIBERTY STREET, WASHINGTON, GA, 30673 | — |
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MARY WILLIS LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 204 E. LIBERTY STREET, WASHINGTON, GA, 30673 |
(706) 678-7736
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IVA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 203 W. CRUETTE ST., IVA, SC, 29655 |
(864) 348-6150
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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 CALHOUN FALLS, SC US, located 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 29840. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.3° | 32.3° | 43.3° | 4.08" | 0.1" |
| February | 57.9° | 34.8° | 46.3° | 4.12" | 0.3" |
| March | 65.8° | 40.4° | 53.1° | 4.54" | 0.1" |
| April | 74.2° | 48.6° | 61.4° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.3° | 58.0° | 69.7° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.8° | 66.7° | 77.3° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.4° | 70.5° | 80.9° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.7° | 69.2° | 79.5° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.3° | 62.6° | 73.4° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.7° | 50.4° | 62.6° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.6° | 39.6° | 52.1° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| December | 56.5° | 34.4° | 45.5° | 4.71" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Willington CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Calhoun Falls town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Tignall town | Town | 13.6 mi | — |
| Lincolnton city | City | 13.9 mi | — |
| Troy town | Town | 14.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29840. • 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.