The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 29556 sells for about $112,985, or $75 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $890 a month.
ZIP 29556 — Kingstree
The housing market in 29556 is characterized by low price points and limited inventory, reflecting a stable but slow-growth rural economy. Median home values remain significantly below state and national averages, driven by older housing stock and limited new development. Rental demand is steady, though market depth is constrained by the local income profile.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious family buyers and retirees seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with low entry costs for homeownership.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 23.9% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 29556, Williamsburg County SC
Crime rates in Kingstree are generally consistent with rural South Carolina averages, though property crime remains the primary concern for local law enforcement.
Schools in the area are served by the Williamsburg County School District, which faces ongoing challenges regarding funding and academic performance metrics.
The area is subject to flood risks associated with regional river systems and hurricane-related wind events, necessitating standard flood insurance coverage for many properties.
Economic momentum is modest, with the local economy anchored by agriculture, public sector employment, and small-scale manufacturing in Williamsburg County.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (South Carolina) — Property Tax Assessment Ratio: Property tax is calculated by multiplying the fair market value by an assessment ratio, then applying the local millage rate. The assessment ratio is 4% for owner-occupied legal residences and 6% for other real property.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents relying on local highways for travel to employment hubs in Florence or nearby industrial centers.
Local recreation includes access to outdoor spaces like the Black River, local parks, and community-focused sports facilities within the town of Kingstree.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and high demand for affordable housing, with rents largely influenced by HUD fair market rent standards.
The economy is driven by agriculture, local government, and regional manufacturing, with limited diversification in the immediate ZIP code.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use; there is no significant public transit infrastructure serving the area.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure rather than large-scale commercial projects.
The Williamsburg County Assessor manages property valuations, with periodic reassessments conducted to align with state law.
Parcels are subject to Williamsburg County School District taxes and various local fire and utility district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to wind and flood hazards, with many properties requiring specialized coverage.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 29556 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation.
Serves as a hub for local youth sports and community events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.