NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 29696

SC · Population: 5,102

B
66/100
58
C+
Safety
86
A
Affordability
85
A
Quality of Life
37
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 29696

Zip code 29696 is located in South Carolina and is home to approximately 5,102 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 $73,908 and home values around $196,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 31.2% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 9% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$73,908
Home Value
$196,200
Rent
$730/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
31.2%
Unemployment
9%
Owner-Occupied
86.8%
Rent Burden
11.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life85AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy37DLower 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).