NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 29697

SC · Population: 14,253

B
67/100
53
C+
Safety
78
B+
Affordability
73
B+
Quality of Life
63
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 29697

Zip code 29697 is located in South Carolina and is home to approximately 14,253 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 67/100), 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 $70,109 and home values around $165,500, 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% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5%, 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
$70,109
Home Value
$165,500
Rent
$904/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
20%
Unemployment
5%
Owner-Occupied
72.5%
Rent Burden
15.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety53C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability78B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life73B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy63BLower unemployment = higher
Overall67BWeighted 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).