| ZIP Code | 29672 |
|---|---|
| City | Seneca |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Oconee County |
| Area Code | 821/864 |
| Elevation | 794 ft |
| Latitude | 34.751685 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.932051 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 57 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,927 (20.9%) |
| Some College | 1,040 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 1,108 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 985 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,101 (44.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,521 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $394,200 ▲ 41% above avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $948/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,483 |
| Vacant Units | 1,302 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,483 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,302 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 29672 is located in Seneca, South Carolina, within Oconee County. With a population of 12,364, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.8 years. Economically, 29672 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,521 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29672 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $394,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $948 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 29672 is primarily White (86.34%). Residents are well-educated — 55.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 47% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29672 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 29672 in Seneca, SC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,364 residents, a median household income of $87,521, and a median home value of $394,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.