2,381
Population
↑ 215% since 2019
18.8
Median Age
↓ 3% since 2019
12.5%
College Grads
▼ 68% below avg
22.7%
Unemployment
▲ 364% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
| ZIP Code | 29208 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbia |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Richland County |
| Area Code | 803/839 |
| Elevation | 319 ft |
| Latitude | 33.997515 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.026796 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45079 |
| ZIP Type | Unique |
| Status | Active |
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 32.0% (762)
Female 68.0% (1,619) ♀
Race & Ethnicity
White71.5%
Hispanic6.8%
Black12.5%
Asian3.7%
Other5.3%
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 18.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | -99.99 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| College Grads | 12.5% ▼ 68% below avg |
| Unemployment | 22.7% ▲ 364% above avg |
| Associates | 21 (87.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (12.5%) |
Education
Associates87.5%
Graduate12.5%
Housing & Income
Financials
| Avg HH Size | -99.99 |
|---|
Employment & Commute
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 29208 is in Columbia, SC, in Richland County.
ZIP code 29208 is located in South Carolina (SC).
ZIP code 29208 is in Richland County, SC.
ZIP 29208 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 29208 is 2,381 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 29208
ZIP code 29208 is located in Columbia, South Carolina, within Richland County. With a population of 2,381, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 18.8 years.
The population of 29208 is primarily White (71.52%). Residents are less-educated — 12.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average.
The unemployment rate in 29208 stands at 22.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 37%.
Overall, ZIP code 29208 in Columbia, SC is characterized as less-educated, and a young community.