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ZIP 29206

Part of Columbia, SC
Pop. 19,759·Richland County·94th most expensive ZIP in South Carolina
Median rent (all units)
$1,453/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.4%
Month-over-Month
+2.8%
vs US Median
-$512
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ZIP 29206 · $1,453
More affordable than 77% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,210
1 BR
$1,360
2 BR
$1,490
3 BR
$1,900
4 BR+
$2,230
Research median
$1,490/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$17,436/yr
At $1,453/mo median
Location
StateSC
CountyRichland County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 3.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.4% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 29206 (Columbia, SC) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 61.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,759
Median income
$91,847
Median age
37.6
Renters
34.3%
Age distribution
26.1%
19%
25.4%
18.3%
Under 1826.1%
18–3419%
35–5425.4%
55–6411.3%
65+18.3%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
71.3%
17.7%
White71.3%
Black17.7%
Hispanic5.3%
Asian2.5%
Other3.2%
Education (25+)
26.8%
61.6%
No HS diploma2.9%
HS diploma8.7%
Some college26.8%
Bachelor's+61.6%
Housing tenure
65.7%
34.3%
Owner65.7%
Renter34.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 29206 in Columbia, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$79,005 → $91,847
up 16.3%
Population
19,493 → 19,759
up 1.4%
Renter share
35.6% → 34.3%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
62.7% → 61.6%
-1.1 pts
Median age
36.9 → 37.6
+0.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 29206 in Columbia, SC now reports about $91,847, up from $79,005 in 2021. The population has grown by 1.4% since 2021, moving from about 19,493 residents to roughly 19,759.

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About renting in ZIP 29206

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 29206 covers Columbia, SC. The median rent here is $1,453/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,360/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,490/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($91,847/yr), ZIP 29206 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 29206?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 29206 (Columbia, SC) is $1,453. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 29206 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 29206's median rent of $1,453/mo is $512 (26%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 29206 compare to other ZIPs in South Carolina?

ZIP 29206 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in South Carolina, ranking #94 out of 124 ZIPs at $1,453/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 29206?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,453/mo in ZIP 29206. The local median household income is $91,847/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 29206?

Rent in ZIP 29206 has increased 3.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 29206 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 29206 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,453/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($91,847/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 29206 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 29206 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.3% of ZIP 29206 households are renters, while 65.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 29206 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 29206 compare to the rest of Columbia?

ZIP 29206 is more affordable than Columbia overall. At $1,453/mo, it's $25 below the Columbia citywide median of $1,478/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 29206 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 29206 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,453/mo, rent takes ~19% of ZIP 29206's median household income ($91,847/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 29206 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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