Columbia, SC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Columbia, South Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Kershaw County, Lexington County…) — 13 ZIP codes — population 306,056 — median income $58,744 — avg. home value $202,055. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Columbia demographics
Columbia, South Carolina covers 13 ZIP codes spanning Kershaw County, Lexington County, and 1 more county, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 306,056.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 31.7 years.
Median household income in Columbia
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Columbia, South Carolina is about $58,744 — about 5% below the SC ZIP average ($61,613), and about 22% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 29045 is near the top at about $80,627, while 29201 is near the bottom at about $34,327.
Housing in Columbia
For housing in Columbia, South Carolina, the average median home value is about $202,055 and the average median rent is about $967.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 29229 (about 50,652 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Columbia
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29229 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 50,652 | $72,571 | $230,800 |
| 29203 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 40,811 | $42,371 | $121,600 |
| 29210 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 40,504 | $50,258 | $183,000 |
| 29209 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 37,314 | $58,854 | $183,200 |
| 29045 | Columbia | Kershaw County | SC | 28,896 | $80,627 | $241,200 |
| 29212 | Columbia | Lexington County | SC | 27,701 | $74,652 | $222,200 |
| 29201 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 22,955 | $34,327 | $238,200 |
| 29205 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 22,757 | $62,197 | $335,200 |
| 29204 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 18,067 | $49,745 | $185,800 |
| 29207 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 9,289 | $66,875 | $168,800 |
| 29044 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 4,299 | $53,709 | $112,600 |
| 29208 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 2,381 | — | — |
| 29225 | Columbia | Richland County | SC | 430 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Columbia?
Columbia, South Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 306,056 across 13 ZIP codes (primarily Kershaw County, Lexington County, Richland County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Columbia?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Columbia, South Carolina is about $58,744, about 5% below the state ZIP average ($61,613), and about 22% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $202,055. Among ZIPs with data, 29045 is near the top ($80,627) and 29201 is near the bottom ($34,327).
How many ZIP codes are in Columbia?
Columbia, South Carolina includes 13 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Columbia?
This page lists ZIP codes in Columbia, South Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.