| ZIP Code | 29566 |
|---|---|
| City | Little River |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Horry County |
| Area Code | 843/854 |
| Elevation | 35 ft |
| Latitude | 33.888951 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.659429 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.2 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 37.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,423 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 2,350 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 2,608 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,903 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,274 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,358 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,488/mo ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,437 |
| Vacant Units | 3,650 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,437 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,650 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 29566 is located in Little River, South Carolina, within Horry County. With a population of 21,194, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.2 years. Economically, 29566 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,358 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29566 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $275,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,488 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 29566 is primarily White (79.73%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29566 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 29566 in Little River, SC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,194 residents, a median household income of $63,358, and a median home value of $275,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.