Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.61 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.4% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,807 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 50,561 (21.3%) |
| Some College | 23,865 (10%) |
| Associates | 38,398 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 23,285 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 98,971 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,908 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $215,892 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,259/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 178,959 |
| Vacant Units | 19,258 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richland County is located in South Carolina and encompasses 40 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 405,127 residents. With a median age of 35.05, it is a relatively young county.
Richland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,907 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Richland County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $215,892 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,258. Homeownership rates are high at 60.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Richland County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 47.5%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 51.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Richland County, SC is a solidly middle-class area in South Carolina. The 40 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29016 | Blythewood | 29,193 | $100,122 | $330,900 | $1,265 | 6.0% | 59.7% |
| 29201 | Columbia | 22,955 | $34,327 | $238,200 | $1,207 | 4.9% | 62.0% |
| 29203 | Columbia | 40,811 | $42,371 | $121,600 | $1,041 | 11.0% | 33.7% |
| 29204 | Columbia | 18,067 | $49,745 | $185,800 | $993 | 10.1% | 48.2% |
| 29205 | Columbia | 22,757 | $62,197 | $335,200 | $1,100 | 2.9% | 72.1% |
| 29206 | Columbia | 20,054 | $89,726 | $328,600 | $1,367 | 2.6% | 70.9% |
| 29207 | Columbia | 9,289 | $66,875 | $168,800 | — | 0.0% | 51.5% |
| 29209 | Columbia | 37,314 | $58,854 | $183,200 | $1,252 | 6.8% | 53.2% |
| 29210 | Columbia | 40,504 | $50,258 | $183,000 | $1,076 | 6.5% | 41.2% |
| 29223 | Columbia | 52,835 | $56,300 | $183,800 | $1,217 | 5.5% | 47.1% |
| 29229 | Columbia | 50,652 | $72,571 | $230,800 | $1,528 | 6.5% | 57.2% |
| 29044 | Eastover | 4,299 | $53,709 | $112,600 | $1,084 | 4.0% | 24.9% |
| 29052 | Gadsden | 2,057 | $53,571 | $75,300 | $975 | 8.9% | 29.3% |
| 29061 | Hopkins | 12,875 | $58,741 | $162,300 | $1,303 | 8.6% | 36.5% |
| 29063 | Irmo | 38,475 | $92,147 | $239,300 | $1,599 | 4.2% | 55.7% |