ZIP Code 29943 in Tillman, SC

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Tillman, South Carolina
Names to Avoid:
Tarboro
County:Jasper County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:49:27 PM
Population:396 [See All]
Area Codes:843 / 854
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:32.4652, -81.1224
Land Area:27.907 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 29943 has 396 residents and 158 households (average 2.51 persons per household). The median age is 48.2 years, significantly older than the state (40.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.0% male and 54.0% female, which is lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (61.9%, much higher than the state average of 25.0% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (26.8%, much lower than the state average of 63.4% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.8%, 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%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:396Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:308Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:414Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:14.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$66,445Source: Census ACS
Households:158Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.51Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.90Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--711468472356342310314524514454603515308
Decennial Census477------------------396------
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: 48.2

Male Median Age: 41.5

Female Median Age: 52.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male111971514810317131991759411
Female41122731151051428192018191440
Total1530292217191513222747283723281851
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:10626.63%
Black:24561.56%
Hispanic:*276.78%
Asian:00%
American Indian:10.25%
Hawaiian:10.25%
Other:184.52%
Total:398100%
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.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:18245.96%41.5 years
Females:21454.04%52.9 years
Total:396100%48.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:28893.51%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:206.49%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:308100%
Total Native Population:308100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $66,445, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $8,895 (15.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,568. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $66,816 for nonfamily households (a difference of $66,816). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($45,996), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 37.7%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (51.0%).

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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)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$57,550$57,222$56,809$32,235$30,806$30,444$30,381$30,082$32,877$33,466$35,425$0$66,445
Median Family Income$54,704$56,840$56,612$55,781$25,714$0$0$29,167$32,069$0$35,047$37,906$0
Median NonFamily Income$60,698$62,991$62,708$31,727$31,815$31,653$31,179$31,277$67,929$0$0$0$66,816
Median Male Income$39,896$39,073$38,979$38,494$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$26,397$52,981$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:10437.68%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:17262.32%
Total:276100%
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)


Management, business, science, and arts:5350.96%
Service:3129.81%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2019.23%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:104100%
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 $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($236,700), is down $91,100 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $190,400. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,126), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (33.93% with a mortgage, 66.07% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 0.00%, 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)


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

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$91,100$93,100$93,000$114,600$176,300$195,400$200,000$203,800$190,400$0$144,400$187,500$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5733.93%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):11166.07%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:168100%

Occupied Housing Units:168100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00.00%
Total Housing Units:168100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:15692.86%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:127.14%
Total Housing Units:168100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 16.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.20%, which is on par with the state rate (10.00%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (10.10%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.80 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, 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)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):16968.98%
Some college, no degree:00.00%
Associate's degree:3514.29%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:4116.73%
Total:245100%
High school or higher:245100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4116.73%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:13742.81%
Public Insurance:16752.19%
No Insurance:165.00%
Total:320100%
Has Health Insurance:30495.00%
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)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty0.0%12.9%12.4%21.6%36.1%53.3%46.3%16.7%8.8%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
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)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):63100.00%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:63100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):63100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 29943 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 27 people with an annual payroll of $1,789,000. USPS data shows 165 residential mailboxes and 0 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:165Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:262Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:165Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$355,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,789,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:27Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 29943 is located in Jasper County, South Carolina, within the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 25940) and South Carolina's 6th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 222,781 people, about 0.18% of whom live in ZIP Code 29943. It covers 27.907 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.146 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SCSource: Census
CBSA Number:25940Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:222,781Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:27.907 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.146 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:8062.93 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


29944 | | 29941

Schools in ZIP Code 29943


We could not locate which school district 29943 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Polaris Tech Charter School 1508 Grays Highway
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: UnknownNearby
Ridgeland Elementary 250 Jaguar Trail
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: Jasper County School DistrictNearby
Ridgeland-Hardeeville High 250 Jaguar Trail
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: Jasper County School DistrictNearby
Ridgeland High 5 Correctional Road
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: UnknownNearby
Hardeeville Elementary 150 Hurricane Alley
Hardeeville, SC 29927
District: Jasper County School DistrictNearby
Step Of Faith Christian Academy 9009 Tarboro Rd
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: Private SchoolNearby
Legacy Christian Academy 2576 Bees Creek Rd
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: Private SchoolNearby
John Paul Ii Catholic School 4211 N Okatie Hwy
Ridgeland, SC 29936
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 29943


University Of South Carolina Beaufort 1 University Boulevard
Bluffton, SC 29909
Type: Post Secondary
Technical College Of The Lowcountry 921 Ribaut Road
Beaufort, SC 29901-1288
Type: Post Secondary
Savannah College Of Art And Design 342 Bull St
Savannah, GA 31402-3146
Type: Post Secondary
Strayer University-Savannah Campus 8001 Chatham Center Drive
Savannah, GA 31405
Type: Post Secondary
Savannah Technical College 5717 White Bluff Rd
Savannah, GA 31405-5594
Type: Post Secondary
Savannah State University 3219 College Street
Savannah, GA 31404-5310
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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