ZIP code 29706

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 29706 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Chester, SC. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 29706 ZIP code area.

29706 is the zip code for

Chester, SC

Also in this location:
Eureka Mill, SC
Gayle Mill, SC
Lowrys, SC
Total population
19,847▼
Housing units
8,803▼
Land area
(sq. miles)
272.24
Density
(people per sq. mile)
72.90▼
Water area
(sq. miles)
1.61

Demographic data for zip code 29706

Gender:

Male
9,510▼
Female
10,337▼
Median age
Male
38.20
Female
40.60
Gender

Households:

Total households
7,728▼
Family households
5,397▼
Nonfamily households
2,331▲
Average household size
2.54▼
Average family size
3.04▼
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
8,803▼
Occupied housing units
7,728▼
Owner-occupied
5,458▼
Renter-occupied
2,270▲
Vacant housing units
1,075▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
1,390▼
5 to 9 years
1,322▼
10 to 14 years
1,309▼
15 to 19 years
1,382▼
20 to 24 years
1,185▼
25 to 34 years
2,252▼
35 to 44 years
2,513▼
45 to 54 years
2,904▼
55 to 59 years
1,461▲
60 to 64 years
1,232▲
65 to 74 years
1,633▲
75 to 84 years
913▼
85 years and over
351▲
Median age
39.50▲
Age

Race:

White
10,412
Hispanic or Latino
257
Black or African American
8,744
Asian
72
American Indian & Alaska Native
72
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
4
Other (One Race)
30
Two or More Races
256
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 29706

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
15,952
Civilian labor force
9,095
Employed
7,673
Unemployed
1,422
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
6,857
Percent Unemployed
15.6%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
7,533
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
6,314
Carpooled
811
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
75
Walked
132
Other means
143
Worked at home
58
Mean travel time
26.3 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
7,673
Management / business / science / arts
1,798
Service
1,227
Sales / office
1,860
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
850
Production / transportation / material moving
1,938
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
7,673
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
134
Construction
444
Manufacturing
1,862
Wholesale trade
239
Retail trade
911
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
459
Information
156
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
437
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
429
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,594
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
458
Public administration
272
Other services
278
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
7,673
Private wage & salary workers
6,261
Government workers
1,104
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
308
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
7,679
Less than $10,000
1,172
$10,000 to $14,999
852
$15,000 to $24,999
1,129
$25,000 to $34,999
993
$35,000 to $49,999
877
$50,000 to $74,999
1,253
$75,000 to $99,999
766
$100,000 to $149,999
455
$150,000 to $199,999
91
$200,000 or more
91
Median household income
$31,749
Mean household income
$44,708
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
25.4%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 29706

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Academy For Teaching And Learning (charter)
109 Hinton Street		(803) 385-6334268010.4
Chester Cty Career Ctr
1324 J. A. Cochran By Pass		(803) 377-1991000.0
Chester Middle
1014 Mccandless Road		(803) 377-819281251210.7
Chester Park Elem Literacy/tec
835 Lancaster Highway		(803) 581-51845093289.4
Chester Park Elem Of Inquiry
835 Lancaster Hwy		(803) 581-72824212938.3
Chester Park Elem.fine Arts
835 Lancaster Highway		(803) 581-51845283029.3
Chester Sr Hi
1330 J. A. Cochran By Pass		(803) 377-316198252512.6
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Public libraries around Chester, SC

NameAddress
Chester County Library
100 Center Street
Chester, SC 29706
Chesterfield County Library System
119 W. Main Street
Chesterfield, SC 29709
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 29706

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Chester County Hosp & Nrsg Ctr
1 Medical Park Drive
Chester, SC 29706		(803) 581-9400154
Piedmont Healthcare System
222 Herlong Avenue
Rock Hill, SC 29732		(803) 329-1234276
Springs Memorial Hospital800 West Meeting Street
Lancaster, SC 29720		(803) 286-1214209
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 29706

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Hardee's1791 J A Cochran Byp
Chester, SC 29706		American, Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches803-377-1818
KFC1607 J A Cochran Byp
Chester, SC 29706		Fast Food803-377-1515
McDonald's1600 J A Cochran Byp
Chester, SC 29706		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches803-377-8900
Pizza Hut1721 J A Cochran Byp
Chester, SC 29706		Italian, Pizza803-581-8288
Sonic Drive-In1854 J A Cochran Byp
Chester, SC 29706		American, Fast Food, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs803-581-7092
Wendy's270 J A Cochran Byp
Chester, SC 29706		American, Fast Food, Hamburgers, Salads803-581-8383
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Crime Rates in Chester, SC

Crime rates in Chester, SC:

Total
395
Violent Crime
97
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
1
Robbery
12
Aggravated Assault
84
Property Crime
298
Burglary
92
Larceny & Theft
184
Motor Vehicle Theft
22
Arson
2
Chester, SC

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