| ZIP Code | 29451 |
|---|---|
| City | Isle Of Palms |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Charleston County |
| Area Code | 843/854 |
| Latitude | 32.828009 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.750481 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 1.8% ▼ 82% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.1% ▲ 104% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 70% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 142 (4.1%) |
| Some College | 107 (3.1%) |
| Associates | 478 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 350 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,404 (69.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $148,285 ▲ 94% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,197,800 ▲ 330% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,236/mo ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,581 |
| Vacant Units | 2,572 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,581 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,572 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 29451 is located in Isle Of Palms, South Carolina, within Charleston County. With a population of 4,382, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.3 years. Economically, 29451 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $148,285 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29451 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,197,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,236 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 29451 is primarily White (97.17%). Residents are highly educated — 79.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.8%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29451 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 29451 in Isle Of Palms, SC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,382 residents, a median household income of $148,285, and a median home value of $1,197,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.