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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 29488 has 21,790 residents and 8,755 households (average 2.44 persons per household). The median age is 41.5 years, slightly older than the state (40.5) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.1% male and 52.9% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (53.8%, much lower than the state average of 63.4% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (38.1%, much higher than the state average of 25.0% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.9%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (25.0%) and national averages (12.4%).

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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:	21,790Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	22,367Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	23,658Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	91.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$47,083Source: Census ACS

Households:	8,755Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$155,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.44Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.44Source: 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	--	22,023	21,779	21,990	22,301	22,231	21,970	21,306	22,056	21,326	20,792	21,554	22,354	22,367
Decennial Census	22,220	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	21,790	--	--	--

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: 41.5

Male Median Age: 40.6

Female Median Age: 42.4

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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	636	705	750	649	568	619	572	552	528	578	580	741	726	678	560	380	209	241
Female	601	708	759	724	633	631	692	728	588	634	761	888	742	778	627	452	298	274
Total	1,237	1,413	1,509	1,373	1,201	1,250	1,264	1,280	1,116	1,212	1,341	1,629	1,468	1,456	1,187	832	507	515

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

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Population by Race

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White:	11,718	54.16%
Black:	8,301	38.37%
Hispanic:*	849	3.92%
Asian:	163	0.75%
American Indian:	114	0.53%
Hawaiian:	5	0.02%
Other:	486	2.25%
Total:	21,636	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:	10,272	47.14%	40.6 years
Females:	11,518	52.86%	42.4 years
Total:	21,790	100%	41.5 years

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

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	21,854	97.71%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	52	0.23%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	44	0.20%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	417	2.06%
Total Population:	22,367	100%
Total Native Population:	21,906	97.94%
Total Foreign-born Population:	461	2.06%

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 $47,083, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $16,313 (53.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,076. Family households earn a median of $57,226 versus $31,113 for nonfamily households (a difference of $26,113). By gender, male median income is $45,903 and female is $42,784, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $3,119 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.4%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 12.6%, which is considerably above the state rate (4.9%). The largest occupation group is Management (28.6%).

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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	$30,770	$30,683	$33,692	$32,183	$32,787	$33,474	$33,975	$36,409	$36,007	$35,507	$41,147	$46,170	$47,083
Median Family Income	$39,322	$40,212	$41,297	$38,854	$40,134	$37,760	$36,723	$40,867	$41,757	$45,698	$49,392	$58,015	$57,226
Median NonFamily Income	$18,106	$19,288	$18,989	$20,652	$20,485	$22,301	$23,644	$25,659	$25,046	$25,230	$25,638	$28,764	$31,113
Median Male Income	$38,088	$38,052	$40,445	$40,098	$38,373	$37,086	$35,751	$31,992	$32,588	$30,475	$36,172	$36,944	$45,903
Median Female Income	$28,635	$26,748	$28,657	$26,141	$27,097	$28,583	$26,740	$27,455	$28,125	$32,308	$34,194	$40,244	$42,784

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:	8,710	49.52%
Unemployed:	1,267	7.20%
Not In Labor Force:	7,613	43.28%
Total:	17,590	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:	2,489	28.58%
Service:	1,489	17.10%
Sales and Office:	1,951	22.40%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,305	14.98%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,476	16.95%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	8,710	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 $155,700, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $62,900 (67.78%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $58,900. The median gross rent is $862, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $226 (35.53%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $115. Of occupied housing, owners make up 65.78% (49.07% with a mortgage, 50.93% free-and-clear) and renters 34.22% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.72%, which is far lower than 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	$92,800	$93,200	$87,500	$85,800	$89,600	$93,900	$91,100	$95,500	$96,800	$100,500	$97,300	$130,400	$155,700

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:	268	8.71%
$500 to $999:	1,350	43.89%
$1,000 to $1,499:	831	27.02%
$1,500 to $1,999:	157	5.10%
$2,000 to $2,499:	49	1.59%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	9	0.29%
No Rent:	412	13.39%
Total:	3,076	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	$636	$670	$706	$711	$718	$718	$709	$720	$747	$656	$670	$795	$862

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):	2,901	32.28%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	3,011	33.50%
Renter Occupied:	3,076	34.22%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	8,988	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	8,988	91.28%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	859	8.72%
Total Housing Units:	9,847	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:	5,192	52.73%
Multi-Family Units:	874	8.88%
Other Units:	3,781	38.40%
Total Housing Units:	9,847	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 18.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 85.70%, which is generally lower than the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 16.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 50.40%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 46.00%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 20.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 2.00 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.80 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 elementary (37.25%). College enrollment is 21.79%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:	515	3.38%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	1,655	10.87%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	5,985	39.31%
Some college, no degree:	3,047	20.01%
Associate's degree:	1,285	8.44%
Bachelor's degree:	1,919	12.60%
Graduate or professional degree:	819	5.38%
Total:	15,225	100%
High school or higher:	13,055	85.75%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	2,738	17.98%

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:	10,963	44.80%
Public Insurance:	10,002	40.87%
No Insurance:	3,507	14.33%
Total:	24,472	100%
Has Health Insurance:	20,965	85.67%

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	22.5%	20.7%	18.8%	18.4%	18.5%	18.8%	19.4%	17.0%	16.7%	15.4%	14.4%	15.2%	20.5%

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:	311	5.77%
Kindergarten:	560	10.39%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	2,007	37.25%
High school (grades 9-12):	1,336	24.80%
College or graduate school:	1,174	21.79%
Total:	5,388	100%
Early Childhood:	871	16.17%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	3,903	72.44%

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

City:	Walterboro, South Carolina
City Alias:	Ritter
County:	Colleton County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	8:40:42 PM
Population:	21,790 [See All]
Area Codes:	843 / 854
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	32.9184, -80.6993
Land Area:	237.853 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/29488/zip-code-29488.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	9,696Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	835Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	11,368Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	8,846Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	310Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	598Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$66,049,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$286,060,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	5,981Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	--Source: Census
CBSA Number:	--Source: Census
CBSA Type:	--Source: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	0Source: Census
MSA:	Source: Census
Land Area:	237.853 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.6 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	01,06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	1547.86, 8062.93 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	4574275Source: Census
Place Name:	Walterboro city; South CarolinaSource: Census

ZIP Code 29488 in Walterboro, 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 29488

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 29488

Sources & References