Columbia ZIP Code List — Richland County, SC

There are 34 unique ZIP codes in Columbia, South Carolina. Area code: 803.
34
ZIP codes
295.51
sq mi land
14.36
sq mi water
803
area code
Columbia, SC ZIP code map

About Columbia, SC

Columbia, South Carolina, serves as the state capital and is known for its vibrant college town atmosphere, largely due to the presence of the University of South Carolina. This city combines rich historical roots with a modern urban character, making it a focal point for politics, education, and culture in the region. With lively downtown areas, diverse dining options, and plentiful green spaces, Columbia offers a dynamic living experience for its residents and visitors alike.

Location & geography

Situated in the center of South Carolina, Columbia is bisected by the Congaree River, which adds to its scenic beauty. The city's land area spans 208.56 square miles, complemented by 4.44 square miles of water, creating a blend of urban and natural areas. Columbia is approximately 120 miles northwest of Charleston and roughly 200 miles from Atlanta, making it accessible from several major Southern cities.

Community & economy

Columbia has a diverse community characterized by its mix of urban and suburban neighborhoods, enriched by a significant student population from the nearby university. The dominant industries in the area include education, healthcare, and manufacturing, contributing to a robust local economy. Daily life in Columbia reflects a warm Southern hospitality, with numerous parks, community events, and cultural festivals that enhance the city's appeal.

Transportation

Major highways such as Interstate 26 and Interstate 77 run through Columbia, providing easy access to surrounding areas and cities. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport, located just a short distance from downtown, serves as the primary air travel hub for the region. Public transportation options include buses operated by the Columbia Area Transit system, which helps to connect various neighborhoods and key destinations within the city.

History

Columbia was established in the early 19th century when it was chosen as the state capital due to its central location. The city has witnessed significant historical events, including its role during the Civil War and its recovery in the Reconstruction Era. Over the years, Columbia has evolved into a culturally rich city, reflecting diverse influences and a commitment to preservation.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Columbia is that it is home to the largest urban forest in the United States, known as the Congaree National Park, which is only a short drive away. This unique preservation area offers extensive hiking trails and opportunities to experience the rich biodiversity of the region.

ZIP codes for Columbia, SC (34)
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29201 Columbia Richland View map
29202 Columbia Richland View map
29203 Columbia Richland View map
29204 Columbia Richland View map
29205 Columbia Richland View map
29206 Columbia Richland View map
29207 Columbia Richland View map
29208 Columbia Richland View map
29209 Columbia Richland View map
29210 Columbia Richland View map
29211 Columbia Richland View map
29212 Columbia Lexington View map
29214 Columbia Richland View map
29215 Columbia Richland View map
29216 Columbia Richland View map
29217 Columbia Richland View map
29218 Columbia Richland View map
29219 Columbia Richland View map
29220 Columbia Richland View map
29221 Columbia Richland View map
29222 Columbia Richland View map
29223 Columbia Richland View map
29224 Columbia Richland View map
29225 Columbia Richland View map
29226 Columbia Richland View map
29227 Columbia Richland View map
29228 Columbia Lexington View map
29229 Columbia Richland View map
29230 Columbia Richland View map
29240 Columbia Richland View map
29250 Columbia Richland View map
29260 Columbia Richland View map
29290 Columbia Richland View map
29292 Columbia Richland View map

Demographics & statistics

329,447
Population
34.5
Median age
$55,997
Median household income
$34,692
Per capita income
$203,850
Median home value
$1,170
Median monthly rent
54.2%
Home ownership
19.9%
Poverty rate
7.0%
Unemployment
91,665
Housing units
43.9%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
9,574
Under 5
10,324
8,677
5–9
9,356
9,754
10–14
10,518
11,992
15–19
12,930
17,090
20–24
18,428
24,837
25–34
26,782
19,390
35–44
20,907
17,339
45–54
18,696
8,595
55–59
9,268
8,805
60–64
9,495
13,909
65–74
14,998
6,596
75–84
7,112
1,961
85+
2,114
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Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1870,62920.2%
18 and over258,81879.8%
65 and over46,69014.6%
Median age34.5 years

Race & ethnicity

Black or African American 47.6%
White 39.4%
Two or more races 4.1%
Hispanic or Latino 3.6%
Asian 2.6%
Other race 2.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%
GroupCount%
Black or African American162,78847.6%
White134,60139.4%
Two or more races13,9254.1%
Hispanic or Latino12,2373.6%
Asian8,7872.6%
Other race8,2602.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native6800.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander4060.1%

Household income

Under $10k 9.0%
$10k–$15k 4.6%
$15k–$25k 8.4%
$25k–$35k 9.3%
$35k–$50k 13.2%
$50k–$75k 18.5%
$75k–$100k 11.5%
$100k–$150k 12.3%
$150k–$200k 5.9%
$200k+ 7.2%
Range% of households
Under $10k9.0%
$10k–$15k4.6%
$15k–$25k8.4%
$25k–$35k9.3%
$35k–$50k13.2%
$50k–$75k18.5%
$75k–$100k11.5%
$100k–$150k12.3%
$150k–$200k5.9%
$200k+7.2%
Median income$55,997

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 4.0%
$50k–$100k 10.3%
$100k–$150k 16.5%
$150k–$200k 21.1%
$200k–$300k 23.8%
$300k–$500k 15.5%
$500k–$1M 7.2%
$1M+ 1.7%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$203,850
Median rent / month$1,170
Owner occupied54.2%
Renter occupied45.8%
Vacant12.1%
Single-family detached59.1%
Large apartment buildings10.9%
Mobile homes2.5%
Median rooms5.5
Avg household size (owned)2.28

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.3%
2010–20197.7%
2000–200915.4%
1990–199912.7%
1980–198913.0%
1970–197916.1%
1960–196912.3%
1950–195911.3%
1940–19495.4%
1939 or earlier5.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)4.6%
1 bedroom9.6%
2 bedrooms26.3%
3 bedrooms40.0%
4 bedrooms16.0%
5+ bedrooms3.6%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle8.0%
1 vehicle41.1%
2 vehicles35.5%
3 or more15.4%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas27.1%
Electricity71.0%
Propane / LP gas0.7%
Fuel oil0.2%
Wood0.2%
Solar0.1%
No fuel used0.6%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family45,30032.8%
Cohabiting couple8,9356.4%
Male householder, no spouse29,34022.7%
Female householder, no spouse52,79138.1%
Households with children under 1838,69526.6%
Households with seniors (65+)35,21826.5%
Average household size2.27

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married46.8%43.3%
Married39.6%33.3%
Separated2.0%2.7%
Widowed3.0%8.0%
Divorced8.6%12.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.9%
Some HS, no diploma 5.4%
HS graduate 20.2%
Some college, no degree 20.1%
Associate's degree 8.5%
Bachelor's degree 24.5%
Graduate / professional 19.4%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher92.7%
Bachelor's or higher43.9%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool4,2115.2%
Kindergarten3,6874.0%
Elementary school30,34432.6%
High school16,09817.8%
College / grad school37,70140.5%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 25.6%
Professional & management 11.7%
Arts, food & hospitality 10.9%
Retail trade 10.9%
Finance & real estate 8.4%
Public administration 7.6%
Manufacturing 6.3%
Other services 5.2%
Transportation & utilities 4.9%
Construction 4.1%
Information 2.0%
Wholesale trade 1.9%
Agriculture & mining 0.5%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts43.5%
Service17.7%
Sales & office22.1%
Natural resources & construction5.6%
Production & transportation11.2%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector73.4%
Government22.0%
Self-employed4.3%
Unpaid family workers0.3%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone76.7%
Carpool8.1%
Public transit1.4%
Walk2.9%
Other means2.5%
Avg commute (minutes)22.1

Poverty

All people 19.9%
Under 18 years 24.0%
18 and over 18.1%
Married-couple families 4.1%
Female-led households 28.4%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security28.1%
Retirement income21.4%
Supplemental Security4.5%
Cash public assistance1.5%
Food stamps / SNAP11.7%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure33.1%
High cholesterol29.2%
Heart disease5.3%
Stroke3.2%
Asthma11.0%
Arthritis24.1%
Kidney disease2.9%
Pulmonary disease6.0%
Cancer5.3%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking17.4%
No physical activity25.1%
Less than 7 hrs sleep35.2%
Fair or poor health15.6%
Poor mental health16.1%
Poor physical health10.9%
No health insurance16.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)79.2%
Visited dentist63.8%
Cholesterol screening87.9%
Teeth loss13.9%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans23,9669.0%
Disability%
Any disability13.9%
Under 186.2%
18–64 years12.1%
65 and over36.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance69.6%
Public insurance34.3%
Uninsured under 193.8%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only309,54994.2%
Spanish7,2142.1%
Other Indo-European3,7531.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander1,2420.4%
Other languages1,8410.6%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)309,65294.5%
Born in same state303,41692.6%
Born in different state187,44956.6%
Foreign born6,2361.9%
Naturalized citizen19,7955.5%
Not a US citizen9,96148.8%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
French22,9927%
Italian18,1585.5%
Arab13,8034.2%
English1,5320.5%
Polish1,0640.3%
AncestryCount%
Irish7030.2%
German6150.2%
Dutch5270.2%
Norwegian2740.1%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access41.8%
Internet access95.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions
What ZIP codes does Columbia, SC have?
Columbia, SC has 22 ZIP codes: 29201, 29203, 29204, 29205, 29206, 29208, 29209, 29210, 29212, 29214, 29215, 29216, 29217, 29218, 29219, 29220, 29222, 29223, 29225, 29226, 29227, 29229. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.
What is the main ZIP code for Columbia, SC?
The primary ZIP code for Columbia, SC is 29212. The city uses area code 803 for phone service.
What county is Columbia, SC in?
Columbia is located in Lexington County, South Carolina.
How many ZIP codes are in Columbia, SC?
Columbia, SC has 22 ZIP codes.
What ZIP code is the University of South Carolina campus located in?
The main University of South Carolina campus in Columbia is located in ZIP code 29208, which covers the central university area and surrounding student neighborhoods.
Which ZIP code covers downtown Columbia and the State House area?
Downtown Columbia, including the South Carolina State House and surrounding government buildings, is primarily located in ZIP code 29201.
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