29212 ZIP Code – Columbia, South Carolina
29212 is a large ZIP code in Columbia, South Carolina, part of Lexington County with a population of approximately 27,310 residents. The median household income is $71,968 — above the South Carolina average and near the national average. Median home values of $208,500 are below the national average, with 67.9% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , with median rent coming in at $1,259 — above the national figure. Housing consists of 72% single-family (decreasing), 21% apartments (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 7.9%, which is well above the U.S. rate. The poverty rate of 8.2% is below the U.S. average. About 45.7% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well above the national rate. The population has a median age of 41.3, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 29063, 29177, 29210.
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ZIP 29212 vs. South Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 29212 | SC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 27k | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $71k | $58k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $208k | $188k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,259 | $960 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.3 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% | 17.2% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 45.7% | 24.4% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 29063 – Irmo
- 29177 – White Rock
- 29210 – Columbia
- 29072 – Lexington
- 29169 – West Columbia
- 29036 – Chapin
- 29203 – Columbia
- 29170 – West Columbia
- 29225 – Columbia
- 29208 – Columbia
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29063 | IRMO | 38,754 | $90,243 |
| 29177 | WHITE ROCK | 176 | Not provided |
| 29210 | COLUMBIA | 40,923 | $49,100 |
| 29072 | LEXINGTON | 67,669 | $100,803 |
| 29169 | WEST COLUMBIA | 22,039 | $51,496 |