| ZIP Code | 29205 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbia |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Richland County |
| Area Code | 803/839 |
| Elevation | 248 ft |
| Latitude | 33.990015 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.99663 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.00 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 72.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,184 (9.4%) |
| Some College | 622 (4.9%) |
| Associates | 1,656 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 773 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,328 (66%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,197 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $335,200 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,100/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,792 |
| Vacant Units | 1,855 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,792 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,855 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
ZIP code 29205 is located in Columbia, South Carolina, within Richland County. With a population of 22,757, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30 years. Economically, 29205 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,197 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29205 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $335,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,100 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.5%) and renters (47.5%). Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 29205 is primarily White (72.51%). Residents are highly educated — 72.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.0%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29205 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 29205 in Columbia, SC is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,757 residents, a median household income of $62,197, and a median home value of $335,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.