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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 29169 has 22,768 residents and 10,557 households (average 2.09 persons per household). The median age is 40.4 years, about the same as the state (40.5) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.8% male and 52.2% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (62.0%, slightly lower than the state average of 63.4%) and Black or African American (18.3%, lower than the state average of 25.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 14.2%, which is much higher than the state average (6.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	22,768Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	21,342Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	25,171Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	1,959.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$53,673Source: Census ACS

Households:	10,557Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$189,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.09Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.67Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	21,138	21,985	22,364	22,594	23,646	24,232	23,490	24,170	24,321	23,100	21,690	22,039	21,342
Decennial Census	22,845	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	22,768	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 40.4

Male Median Age: 38

Female Median Age: 42.5

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	646	570	620	506	791	987	831	725	601	624	599	624	668	664	493	368	239	328
Female	570	570	522	545	775	1,001	921	697	617	577	603	704	787	683	659	547	411	695
Total	1,216	1,140	1,142	1,051	1,566	1,988	1,752	1,422	1,218	1,201	1,202	1,328	1,455	1,347	1,152	915	650	1,023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	14,110	58.20%
Black:	4,168	17.19%
Hispanic:*	3,242	13.37%
Asian:	609	2.51%
American Indian:	205	0.85%
Hawaiian:	11	0.05%
Other:	1,898	7.83%
Total:	24,243	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	10,884	47.80%	38.0 years
Females:	11,884	52.20%	42.5 years
Total:	22,768	100%	40.4 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	19,295	90.41%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	369	1.73%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	272	1.27%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	1,406	7.86%
Total Population:	21,342	100%
Total Native Population:	19,664	92.14%
Total Foreign-born Population:	1,678	7.86%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2023, the Median household income is $53,673, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $9,879 (22.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,366. Family households earn a median of $72,215 versus $40,837 for nonfamily households (a difference of $31,378). By gender, male median income is $47,576 and female is $45,494, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $2,082 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 64.1%, which is higher than the state rate (60.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (45.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$43,794	$42,426	$40,298	$39,298	$39,518	$39,020	$41,090	$43,085	$44,307	$43,543	$46,065	$51,496	$53,673
Median Family Income	$60,724	$57,353	$56,221	$55,780	$51,450	$49,649	$51,984	$54,547	$56,958	$62,780	$67,091	$68,414	$72,215
Median NonFamily Income	$33,130	$30,633	$27,727	$29,194	$30,496	$29,847	$32,310	$34,440	$35,391	$34,441	$35,255	$39,908	$40,837
Median Male Income	$33,713	$32,986	$33,702	$31,538	$32,390	$31,436	$32,379	$35,096	$40,433	$39,707	$42,314	$46,987	$47,576
Median Female Income	$32,671	$33,133	$31,917	$32,855	$32,430	$31,357	$32,045	$34,004	$35,308	$36,424	$37,259	$42,415	$45,494

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	10,763	60.43%
Unemployed:	494	2.77%
Not In Labor Force:	6,554	36.80%
Total:	17,811	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	4,843	45.00%
Service:	1,315	12.22%
Sales and Office:	2,488	23.12%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	940	8.73%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,177	10.94%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	10,763	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2023, the median home value is $189,900, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $57,200 (43.10%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $46,000. The median gross rent is $1,081, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $351 (48.08%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $208. Of occupied housing, owners make up 55.37% (58.24% with a mortgage, 41.76% free-and-clear) and renters 44.63% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.93%, which is markedly below the state rate (13.79%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$132,700	$133,000	$131,700	$131,400	$129,300	$129,700	$139,600	$139,700	$143,900	$158,800	$161,300	$181,600	$189,900

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	190	4.17%
$500 to $999:	1,589	34.88%
$1,000 to $1,499:	1,888	41.44%
$1,500 to $1,999:	443	9.72%
$2,000 to $2,499:	41	0.90%
$2,500 to $2,999:	100	2.19%
$3,000 or more:	113	2.48%
No Rent:	192	4.21%
Total:	4,556	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$730	$731	$762	$770	$798	$821	$862	$864	$873	$868	$916	$996	$1,081

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	3,292	32.25%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	2,360	23.12%
Renter Occupied:	4,556	44.63%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	10,208	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	10,208	92.07%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	879	7.93%
Total Housing Units:	11,087	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	6,815	61.47%
Multi-Family Units:	3,817	34.43%
Other Units:	455	4.10%
Total Housing Units:	11,087	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 39.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (31.50%). High school or higher is 89.40%, which is on par with the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 12.30%, which is well above the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 8.70%, which is on par with the state rate (10.10%), down 1.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.30 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (44.15%). College enrollment is 44.15%, which is markedly above the state rate (24.90%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	613	4.01%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	1,004	6.56%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	3,654	23.88%
Some college, no degree:	2,807	18.35%
Associate's degree:	1,250	8.17%
Bachelor's degree:	3,703	24.20%
Graduate or professional degree:	2,268	14.82%
Total:	15,299	100%
High school or higher:	13,682	89.43%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	5,971	39.03%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	13,920	57.39%
Public Insurance:	7,780	32.07%
No Insurance:	2,557	10.54%
Total:	24,257	100%
Has Health Insurance:	21,700	89.46%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	10.6%	11.0%	12.4%	14.7%	15.3%	15.3%	13.4%	13.9%	13.0%	12.6%	11.3%	10.9%	8.7%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	199	4.47%
Kindergarten:	179	4.02%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,288	28.96%
High school (grades 9-12):	818	18.39%
College or graduate school:	1,964	44.15%
Total:	4,448	100%
Early Childhood:	378	8.50%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,285	51.37%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	West Columbia, South Carolina
Names to Avoid:	Cayce, Dixiana, Kathwood, Pineridge, Saluda Gardens, Saluda Terrace, South Congaree, Springdale, Westover Acres
County:	Lexington County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	8:34:31 PM
Population:	22,768 [See All]
Area Codes:	803 / 839
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	33.9910, -81.1009
Land Area:	11.62 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/29169/zip-code-29169.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	12,044Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	1,439Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	13,450Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	7,624Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	1,889Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	1,088Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$337,947,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$1,416,975,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	24,573Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Columbia, SCSource: Census
CBSA Number:	17900Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	839,868Source: Census
MSA:	Columbia, SC MSASource: Census
Land Area:	11.62 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.351 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	3022.17 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	4575850Source: Census
Place Name:	West Columbia city; South CarolinaSource: Census

ZIP Code 29169 in West Columbia, SC

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 29169

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 29169

Sources & References