Zip Code 29838

SC · Population: 714

B
64/100
18
F
Safety
90
A+
Affordability
49
C
Quality of Life
100
A+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 29838

Zip code 29838 is located in South Carolina and is home to approximately 714 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), 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 $91,184 and home values around $325,000, 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 24.6% 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
$91,184
Home Value
$325,000
Rent
$638/mo
Median Age
51
College Educated
24.6%
Unemployment
0%
Owner-Occupied
91.7%
Rent Burden
8.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety18FLower crime = higher score
Affordability90A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life49CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy100A+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall64BWeighted 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).