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ZIP 29678

Part of Seneca, SC
Pop. 23,767·Oconee County·105th most expensive ZIP in South Carolina
Median rent (all units)
$1,356/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.9%
Month-over-Month
-5.5%
vs US Median
-$606
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ZIP 29678 · $1,356
More affordable than 83% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
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Studio
$1,030
1 BR
$1,070
2 BR
$1,180
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,720
Research median
$1,180/mo

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$16,272/yr
At $1,356/mo median
Location
CitySeneca
StateSC
CountyOconee County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 8.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.9% YoY, -5.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 29678 (Seneca, SC) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,767
Median income
$52,550
Median age
38.4
Renters
36.9%
Age distribution
20.7%
24.6%
24.9%
12.4%
17.4%
Under 1820.7%
18–3424.6%
35–5424.9%
55–6412.4%
65+17.4%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
77.6%
14.6%
White77.6%
Black14.6%
Hispanic4.8%
Asian0.9%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
13.9%
30.2%
31.6%
24.3%
No HS diploma13.9%
HS diploma30.2%
Some college31.6%
Bachelor's+24.3%
Housing tenure
63.1%
36.9%
Owner63.1%
Renter36.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 29678 in Seneca, SC has changed in 5 years

Income
$45,457 → $52,550
up 15.6%
Population
22,983 → 23,767
up 3.4%
Renter share
34.8% → 36.9%
+2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
23.1% → 24.3%
+1.2 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 29678 in Seneca, SC now reports about $52,550, up from $45,457 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 22,983 to 23,767 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.4% change. About 36.9% of households rent today, against 34.8% in 2021.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 29678 covers Seneca, SC. The median rent here is $1,356/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,070/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,180/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($52,550/yr), ZIP 29678 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.9% over the past year.

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How much is rent in ZIP code 29678?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 29678 (Seneca, SC) is $1,356. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 29678 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 29678's median rent of $1,356/mo is $606 (31%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 29678 compare to other ZIPs in South Carolina?

ZIP 29678 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in South Carolina, ranking #105 out of 121 ZIPs at $1,356/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 29678?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,356/mo in ZIP 29678. The local median household income is $52,550/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 29678?

Rent in ZIP 29678 has increased 8.9% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 29678 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 29678 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,356/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($52,550/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 29678 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 29678 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.9% of ZIP 29678 households are renters, while 63.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 29678 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 29678 compare to the rest of Seneca?

ZIP 29678 is more affordable than Seneca overall. At $1,356/mo, it's $45 below the Seneca citywide median of $1,401/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 29678 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 29678 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,356/mo, rent takes ~31% of ZIP 29678's median household income ($52,550/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 29678 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.2%
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