| ZIP Code | 29649 |
|---|---|
| City | Greenwood |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Greenwood County |
| Area Code | 821/864 |
| Elevation | 606 ft |
| Latitude | 34.238919 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.145019 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 49.5% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 106 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,114 (25%) |
| Some College | 1,840 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 2,242 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,263 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,870 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,268 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $207,700 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $937/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,966 |
| Vacant Units | 1,419 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,966 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,419 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 29649 is located in Greenwood, South Carolina, within Greenwood County. With a population of 25,762, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 29649 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,268 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29649 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $207,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $937 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 29649 is majority White (65.40%). Residents are well-educated — 49.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.4%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29649 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 29649 in Greenwood, SC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,762 residents, a median household income of $56,268, and a median home value of $207,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.