Zip Code 29455

SC · Population: 25,449

B
61/100
18
F
Safety
80
A
Affordability
72
B+
Quality of Life
75
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 29455

Zip code 29455 is located in South Carolina and is home to approximately 25,449 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $111,300 and home values around $456,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2%.

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
$111,300
Home Value
$456,800
Rent
$1,410/mo
Median Age
51
College Educated
55%
Unemployment
2%
Owner-Occupied
86.6%
Rent Burden
15.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety18FLower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life72B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy75B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted 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).