Zip Code 29686

SC · Population: 863

B
60/100
18
F
Safety
83
A
Affordability
39
D
Quality of Life
100
A+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 29686

Zip code 29686 is located in South Carolina and is home to approximately 863 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $83,125 and home values around $206,700, 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 26.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0%.

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
$83,125
Home Value
$206,700
Rent
$790/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
26.2%
Unemployment
0%
Owner-Occupied
75.3%
Rent Burden
11.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety18FLower crime = higher score
Affordability83ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life39DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy100A+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).