North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Conover is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 8,491. Residents earn $57,375 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Conover receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Conover offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Conover is $57,375, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Conover is $238,300, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Conover is below the national average at 255 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,164 per 100,000, 163% above the national average.
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Conover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 74.0% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 26.0% |
| 94% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,375 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,830 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,807 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,206 |
| County GDP | $12,403M |
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Healthcare | 434 |
| Retail | 688 |
| Manufacturing | 358 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
| Commute Time | 18.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $238,300 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $272,081 |
| Median List Price | $239,450 |
| Median List Price | $239,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $187 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 35.2% |
| Inventory | 54 |
| Census Median Rent | $811 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,084/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
| Total Violent | 254.6/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 12.1/100K |
| Robbery | 24.2/100K |
| Assault | 218.2/100K |
| Total Property | 5,163.6/100K |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 787.9/100K |
| Theft | 4,206.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 169.7/100K |
| Arson | 12.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 741/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7152°N, 81.2168°W |
| County FIPS | 37035 |
Winner: Republican by 38 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 741/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Retail Stores | 688 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 18.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |