| ZIP Code | 29016 |
|---|---|
| City | Blythewood |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Richland County |
| Area Code | 803/839 |
| Elevation | 481 ft |
| Latitude | 34.204016 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.992765 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.7% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 389 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,181 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 1,980 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 2,128 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,867 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,500 (49.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $100,122 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $330,900 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,265/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,958 |
| Vacant Units | 757 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,958 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 757 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 29016 is located in Blythewood, South Carolina, within Richland County. With a population of 29,193, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 29016 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,122 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29016 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $330,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,265 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 29016 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 43.2%. Residents are well-educated — 59.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29016 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 29016 in Blythewood, SC is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,193 residents, a median household income of $100,122, and a median home value of $330,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.