| ZIP Code | 29486 |
|---|---|
| City | Summerville |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Berkeley County |
| Area Code | 843/854 |
| Elevation | 62 ft |
| Latitude | 33.103211 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.166653 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 338 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,739 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 4,514 (15%) |
| Associates | 4,264 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,267 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,066 (33.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,386 ▲ 15% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,300 ▲ 18% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,612/mo |
| Total Units | 19,452 |
| Vacant Units | 1,157 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,452 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,157 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
ZIP code 29486 is located in Summerville, South Carolina, within Berkeley County. With a population of 48,964, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 29486 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,386 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29486 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $329,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,612 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 29486 is majority White (62.33%). Residents are well-educated — 44.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.2%.
The unemployment rate in 29486 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 29486 in Summerville, SC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 48,964 residents, a median household income of $87,386, and a median home value of $329,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.