| ZIP Code | 29585 |
|---|---|
| City | Pawleys Island |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Georgetown County |
| Area Code | 843/854 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 33.556464 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.088953 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.3% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 15 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,565 (19.6%) |
| Some College | 1,100 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 1,922 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 949 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,555 (50%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,077 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $423,700 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,599/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,061 |
| Vacant Units | 4,399 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,061 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,399 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 29585 is located in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, within Georgetown County. With a population of 17,346, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.1 years. Economically, 29585 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,077 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29585 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $423,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,599 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 29585 is primarily White (86.00%). Residents are well-educated — 57.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29585 stands at 2.1%, which is well below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 29585 in Pawleys Island, SC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,346 residents, a median household income of $83,077, and a median home value of $423,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.