NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 29078

SC · Population: 15,771

B
66/100
41
C
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
73
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 29078

Zip code 29078 is located in South Carolina and is home to approximately 15,771 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $60,574 and home values around $172,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 20.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$60,574
Home Value
$172,300
Rent
$788/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
20.8%
Unemployment
3.9%
Owner-Occupied
87.6%
Rent Burden
15.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety41CLower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy73B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).