ZIP Code 29909, South Carolina
ZIP Code 29909 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 29909 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Beaufort County / Jasper County, South Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 24,003. The land area covers 55.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,003 | ±1,542 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 69 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,994 | ±643 | 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 | 13,056 | ±711 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,994 | ±643 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,062 | ±368 |
| Median Home Value | $453,300 | ±$12,254 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,181 | ±$466 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,294 | ±$8,116 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,147 | ±$4,979 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,325 | ±748 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,380 | ±929 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.4% | ±1.8% |
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: 201,775 (2024)
ID: 211206
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EMPLOYEE SERVICES SPECIALIST
PO BOX 1228, BEAUFORT SC 29901-1228
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Beaufort, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Beaufort, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Beaufort, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Beaufort, SC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Ridgeland, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bluffton, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bluffton, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bluffton, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Beaufort, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Beaufort, 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 Beaufort
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College | 7.7 mi away | 1 University Boulevard, Bluffton, SC, 29909 |
8432088000
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BLUFFTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 120 PALMETTO WAY, BLUFFTON, SC, 29910 |
(843) 255-6501
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Technical College of the Lowcountry
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College | 10.9 mi away | 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, SC, 29901-1288 |
8007688252
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BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 11 BEACH CITY ROAD, HILTON HEAD, SC, 29926 |
(843) 255-6534
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Savannah College of Art and Design
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College | 23.2 mi away | 342 Bull St, Savannah, GA, 31402-3146 |
9125255000
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HILTON HEAD ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 11 BEACH CITY ROAD, HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, 29926 |
(843) 255-6526
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Savannah State University
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College | 25.0 mi away | 3219 College Street, Savannah, GA, 31404-5310 |
9126756265
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BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 311 SCOTT STREET, BEAUFORT, SC, 29902 |
(843) 255-6456
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BEAUFORT COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 311 SCOTT STREET, BEAUFORT, SC, 29902 |
(843) 255-6446
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PRATT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 451 EAST WILSON STREET, RIDGELAND, SC, 29936 |
(843) 726-7744
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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 BEAUFORT MCAS, SC US, located 12.7 miles from ZCTA5 29909. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.3° | 40.1° | 50.2° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.7° | 42.8° | 53.3° | 2.91" | 0.0" |
| March | 69.9° | 48.7° | 59.3° | 3.11" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.0° | 56.0° | 66.5° | 3.06" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.0° | 64.3° | 74.2° | 2.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.9° | 71.3° | 80.1° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 74.5° | 83.2° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.3° | 74.1° | 82.2° | 6.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.7° | 69.5° | 77.6° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.1° | 59.0° | 68.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.3° | 48.4° | 58.8° | 2.51" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.7° | 42.9° | 52.8° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Point CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Burton CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Port Royal town | Town | 8.8 mi | — |
| Laurel Bay CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Bluffton town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
| Ridgeland town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 29909. • 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.