| ZIP Code | 29203 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbia |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Richland County |
| Area Code | 803/839 |
| Elevation | 307 ft |
| Latitude | 34.100612 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.040698 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 27.0% ▲ 170% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.0% ▲ 126% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 400 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,342 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 3,163 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 3,940 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,386 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,143 (23%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,371 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,600 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,041/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,815 |
| Vacant Units | 2,765 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,815 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,765 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 29203 is located in Columbia, South Carolina, within Richland County. With a population of 40,811, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 29203 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,371 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29203 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $121,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,041 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.9%) and renters (52.1%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 29203 is primarily Black (80.37%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.0%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29203 stands at 11.0%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 29203 in Columbia, SC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,811 residents, a median household income of $42,371, and a median home value of $121,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.