29166, Ward, SC

Ward, SC is located in the southeastern part of the state and has a population of just over 10,000. The 29166 zip code covers just over 2 square miles and has a median home value of $128,000. Home values have increased by an average of 9% each year since 2007, making Ward one of the most desirable areas to live in South Carolina.

The majority of homes in Ward are owner-occupied and there is a strong demand for housing due to its proximity to major cities like Columbia and Charleston as well as its rural setting. The majority of residents are white (79%) and have at least some college education (57%). There is also a high percentage of married couples living together (68%) and a low percentage of households with children under the age of 18 (14%).

The economy in Ward is based largely on agriculture and manufacturing. However, there has been growth in the health care sector as well as services such as information technology. This growth has led to an increase in job opportunities for residents, which has helped drive up home values.