Zip 29212 (Columbia, SC) Rankings


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29212 Columbia, SC is a great place to live according to rankings from Bestplaces.net. The city is ranked highly in many areas including Cost of Living, Crime Rate, Education, and Health & Fitness. Cost of living is 6th out of the 10 cities within the state, making it an affordable option for residents. It has a surprisingly low crime rate, coming in at 8th on the list of all 10 cities in South Carolina. Residents can also be proud that Columbia ranks highly for education; it is 2nd out of all 10 cities for its level of educational attainment. Lastly, health and fitness amenities are plentiful with 29212 ranking 4th out of 10 cities for its access to health care centers and fitness facilities. Overall, 29212 Columbia, SC is an excellent place to live with lots of access to amenities and services at an affordable cost.

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