| ZIP Code | 29803 |
|---|---|
| City | Aiken |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Aiken County |
| Area Code | 803/839 |
| Elevation | 409 ft |
| Latitude | 33.453473 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.701926 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 45003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 55.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 150 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,604 (19.8%) |
| Some College | 2,602 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 4,364 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,808 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,715 (45%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,933 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $271,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,146/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,920 |
| Vacant Units | 1,511 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,920 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,511 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 29803 is located in Aiken, South Carolina, within Aiken County. With a population of 40,069, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 29803 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,933 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 29803 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $271,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,146 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 29803 is primarily White (73.32%). Residents are well-educated — 55.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 29803 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 29803 in Aiken, SC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,069 residents, a median household income of $82,933, and a median home value of $271,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Carolina.