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Converse, SC

South Carolina · Spartanburg County · Spartanburg Metro

Converse is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 424. Residents earn $50,139 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
424 Population 614/sq mi density
$50,139 Median Income $25,357 per capita
$168,200 Home Value $199,216 Zillow
$831 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
179 Violent Crime/100K 1,883 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,139 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$168,200 home value, $831/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
179 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,139
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,200
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 179/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $831
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

How Converse Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population424
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,139
Per Capita$25,357
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$22,980M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,200
Rent$831
Ownership59.1%
Zillow$199,216
Housing Units213
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

F
Violent179/100K
Property1,883/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking16.9%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation737 ft (225 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Broadband94.3%
EV Stations20
Libraries10

Is Converse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Converse receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Converse has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Converse is $50,139, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Converse is $168,200, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Converse is below the national average at 179 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,883 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Converse enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Converse has a population of 424 with a density of 614 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 30.9% female and 69.1% male. The city is predominantly White (64.4%), with 13.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 39.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

424
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.1%
Female 30.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Converse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Converse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Converse is $50,139, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,357 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,145, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,388 business establishments, including 644 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Converse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,139
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,357
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$67,958
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,388
County GDP$22,980M

Business (County)

Restaurants644
Healthcare647
Retail1,084
Manufacturing421

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Cost of Living93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Converse is $168,200, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,216, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 91.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 213 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $3,607. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,200
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,216
Median List Price$124,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$124,900
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.9%
Price Drops75.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.1%
Owner-Occupied59.1%
Renter-Occupied40.9%
Housing Units213
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,607
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Converse, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 16.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 27.6% are physically inactive. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 13.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,615. The dentist ratio is 1:2,034. 72.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Converse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,615
Dentists1:2,034
Mental Health1:661
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death11,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities647
Converse has a violent crime rate of 179 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,883 per 100,000, 4% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 52 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Converse receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Converse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent179.4/100K
53% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,883.4/100K
4% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Converse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 737 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation737 ft (225 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates34.9957°N, 81.8431°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySpartanburg County County
Nearest AirportGreenville Spartanburg International (GSP)
22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.2"
32% above US avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0483 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability39.7 / 100
Community Resilience57.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 133 km
Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 128 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.6 138 km
Jun 29, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.5 138 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 125 km
Jun 26, 2022 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina M3.4 138 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 136 km
May 9, 2022 5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina M3.3 138 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 114 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 114 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 82 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 59 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 131 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 101 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 118 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 131 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 82 km
Sep 18, 1996 6 km E of Clarks Hill, South Carolina M2.8 149 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 111 km
Apr 26, 2013 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.8 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Fran (1996, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Fran Category 1 287 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 75 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

417 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 24 fatalities, 518 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 5, 1989 EF4 58 km 4
May 5, 1989 EF4 12 km 2
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 84 km 5
Dec 13, 1973 EF4 92 km 2
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 86 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 50 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 72 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 85 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 86 km 0
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 89 km 1
May 27, 1973 EF3 59 km 0
May 10, 1952 EF3 43 km 2
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 91 km 0
May 5, 2020 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 51 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 75 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 44 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 93 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 17 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 14 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 97 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 64 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 80 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 93 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 71 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 50 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 82 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 86 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 94 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 84 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 60 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 100 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 63 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 64 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,514 50 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 65 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 43 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 47 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 64 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,237 50 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in Driest
May 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in

Converse has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (3.5").

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Converse is located in Spartanburg County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 11.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.2% of the vote, a 33.6-point margin. 94.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 20 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 647 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.32
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountySpartanburg County County

Services

Broadband Access94.3%
Avg Download Speed172.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed24.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations20
Alt Fuel Stations27
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities647
Restaurants644
Retail Stores1,084

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%
Average costs for common services in Converse. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $234 ($141–$375)
Specialist Visit $328 ($187–$515)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($94–$328)
Emergency Room Visit $2,061 ($750–$4,685)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $234 ($141–$375)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $281 ($141–$469)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $562 ($375–$937)
Battery Replacement $187 ($94–$328)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $375 ($141–$750)
HVAC System Install $6,559 ($3,748–$11,244)
Roof Repair $937 ($375–$1,874)
Roof Replacement $8,433 ($5,154–$14,055)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,406 ($469–$3,280)
Divorce (Contested) $14,055 ($4,685–$28,110)
DUI Defense $4,685 ($1,874–$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,406 ($750–$2,811)
Will Preparation $469 ($187–$937)
Trust Preparation $2,343 ($937–$4,685)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($70–$234)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.84 ($2.81–$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.28 ($2.34–$4.69)
Loaf of Bread $3.56 ($2.34–$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.22 ($2.81–$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.15 ($3.75–$7.03)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($37–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$469)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,874 ($1,124–$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.50–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$234)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,124 ($562–$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $937 ($469–$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly) $375 ($187–$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $937 ($375–$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,713 ($4,685–$28,110)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $281 ($141–$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($94–$375)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$861
Toddler$801
Preschool$784
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$596
Toddler$596
Preschool$577
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Spartanburg County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 37,316 616 $75,914 2.92
Retail Trade 17,672 1,120 $35,900 1.14
Accommodation & Food Services 12,829 680 $24,891 0.91
Health Care & Social Assistance 11,852 818 $48,347 0.53
Transportation & Warehousing 8,554 378 $57,342 1.30
Administrative & Waste Services 7,559 582 $44,172 0.83
Construction 7,274 730 $71,090 0.89
Wholesale Trade 6,662 485 $71,630 1.09
Professional & Technical Services 4,849 920 $80,465 0.45
Other Services 3,793 641 $47,064 0.81
Finance & Insurance 3,110 424 $86,592 0.49
Educational Services 2,537 87 $51,295 0.79
Management of Companies 1,639 63 $122,551 0.63
Real Estate 1,531 341 $63,319 0.63
Arts & Entertainment 1,329 102 $20,920 0.51
Information & Technology 733 115 $79,204 0.25
Utilities 284 20 $99,969 0.48

Radio Stations near Converse

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBN English AAC 64 kbps
AM 1460 WBCU country AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Converse

4 campgrounds found near Converse.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Woods Ferry Campground (SC) 4.3/5 17 $7–$14
Sedalia Campground (SC) 4.2/5 12 $5–$150
POPLAR SPRINGS 1 $75
Poulous Loop Group Campground (SC) 1 Free

National Parks Near Converse

33 national parks and monuments found near Converse.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Dreher Island State Park State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park National Military Park Free
Kings Mountain State Park State Park Free
Lake Greenwood State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Ninety Six National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pisgah View State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Richard B. Russell State Park State Park Free
Sesquicentennial State Park State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free

Trails Near Converse

25 trails found near Converse.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
TYGER RIVER CANOE TRAIL 30.6 WATER
ENOREE RIVER CANOE TRAIL 21.9 WATER
PALMETTO TRAIL (EN) 13.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
PALMETTO TRAIL (EN) 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
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Museums in Converse

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MARTHA CHAPMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM8645974000$88,656,323
SANDOR TESZLER LIBRARY GALLERYART MUSEUM$88,656,323
WOFFORD COLLEGE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM$88,656,323
WINNIE DAVIS MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM8644897151$50,308,456
MILLIKEN GALLERYART MUSEUM8645969181$38,087,672
SPARTANBURG ART MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 E ST JOHN ST8645963501$277,196
WALNUT GROVE PLANTATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8645766546$277,196
HATCHER GARDENS & WDLND PRESERVEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER832 JOHN B WHITE SR BLVD8645747724$254,565
BROAD RIVER ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$20,706
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY AND ARTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM301 S JOHNSON STREET8644893988
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM301 COLLEGE DRIVE8644893988
CONFEDERATION OF SOUTH CAROLINA LOCAL HISTORICAL SOCIETIESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COWPENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COWPENS NATIONAL BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION8644612828
FOSTER'S TAVERNGENERAL MUSEUM
GEORGE E. CASE COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE KEYBOARDSGENERAL MUSEUM
GREER HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8648773377

Libraries in Converse

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SPARTANBURG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM151 S. CHURCH STREET0.01,427,428
CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE0.0165,120

Farmers Markets in Converse

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gaffney Station Farmers Market Gaffney Station Farmers MarketCorner of Frederick St. and Granard St.
Hub City Farmers' Market498 Howard St.04/06/2019 to 12/14/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Inman Fresh Farmers Market05/08/2015 to 10/30/2015Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Theatres in Converse

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

District Three Community Auditorium

Gas Stations in Converse

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Hot Spot
QuikTrip
Speedway

Breweries in Converse

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ciclops Cyderi & BreweryBrewery197 E Saint John St8647049080
Hub City Tap HouseFood & Drink, Breweries197 E Saint John Saint Across From The Chapman Cultural Ctr18645417379
HuntersBrewery5 Dallas St8642050460
Rj Rockers Brewing Co.Brewery226 W A Main St18645852337

Cell Towers in Converse

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1643 Jonesville HwyTOWER152
3510 FURMAN FINLEY HIGHWAY (153679)GTOWER121
3510 FURMAN FINLEY HIGHWAY (153679)GTOWER121
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
2787 W. SPRINGS HIGHWAY (79045)LTOWER93
2787 W. SPRINGS HIGHWAY (79045)LTOWER93

Fire Stations in Converse

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Converse Fire Department107 Tram STMostly volunteer864-579-2616

Power Plants Near Converse

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
CLIFTON DAM 3 POWER STATIONCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-81.8OP

Bridges in Converse

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199850933,550G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199850933,550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199414916,200G
Arch (Deck)Concrete192547312,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193922512,400P
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196315010,500P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20024255,900G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete1960604,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19942553,600F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete1976901,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1984300700G
SlabConcrete1978105450P
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete200325370G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1997640125G

Amtrak Stations in Converse

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Spartanburg, SC290 Magnolia StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Converse

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALCOA HOME EXTERIORS INC100 CELLWOOD PLACECHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY LLCSOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY 329CHEROKEE
EXOPACK LLC345 CEDAR SPRINGS AVESPARTANBURG
LSC COMMUNICATIONS SPARTANBURG300 JONES RDSPARTANBURG
LSC COMMUNICATIONS SPARTANBURG300 JONES RDSPARTANBURG

Airports Near Converse

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asheville Regional AirportAVLMedium Airport
Greenville Downtown AirportGMUMedium Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportGSPMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Ashley FieldSmall Airport
Bell Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Boomerang AirportSmall Airport
Cane Creek AirportSmall Airport
Carolina Cow Country AirportSmall Airport
Chandelle AirportSmall Airport
Chester Catawba Regional AirportSmall Airport
Cleveland AirportSmall Airport
Clute's Hilltop AirportSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Crooked Fence Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass StripSmall Airport
Donaldson Field AirportGDCSmall Airport
Dry Pond AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Fairfield County AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Changes Farm Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Fox Haven Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Fulton FieldSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Green Pond AirportSmall Airport
Greenwood County AirportGRDSmall Airport
Hendersonville AirportSmall Airport
Horseshoe Landing AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
King FieldSmall Airport
La Dolce Terra AirportSmall Airport
Lagniappe STOL FieldSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Laughing Crow AirparkSmall Airport
Laurens County AirportSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moores FieldSmall Airport
Mountain Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Newberry County AirportSmall Airport
Northbrook International Ultraport UltralightportSmall Airport
Oakhill AirparkSmall Airport
Paradise LandingSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Patton Valley AirportSmall Airport
Pearson's Farm AirportSmall Airport
Rebel Air FieldSmall Airport
Ridgewood Air AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Converse

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Campus Police
Campus Safety
Chesnee PD
Pacolet Police Department110 Sunset Drive
Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office8045 Howard Street
Spartanburg Police Department206 North Forest Street

Grocery Stores in Converse

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 42687HConvenience Store808 Gossett Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 11071Other2720 E Main St
Guest 24/7Convenience Store2901 E Main Street Ext
Hobo Hollar FarmsGrocery Store124 Old Converse Rd
Hot Spot 6007Convenience Store675 Gossett Rd
INGLES MARKETS 38Supermarket2795 E Main St
On The GoConvenience Store398 Gossett Rd
QuikTrip 1125Convenience Store2810 E Main Street Ext
Speedway 4571Convenience Store2798 E Main St

Post Offices in Converse

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Converse Post Office

Treatment Centers in Converse

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Spartanburg Treatment Center - BHG XXXVIII LLCSubstance Abuse864-503-0207
Cherokee County Commission on - Alcohol and Drug AbuseSubstance Abuse864-487-2721
Clear Skye Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-792-9030
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center - Cherokee Mental Health ClinicMental Health864-487-2710
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center - Spartanburg Mental Health ClinicMental Health864-585-0366

Churches & Religious Organizations in Converse

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CONVERSE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 159

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Frequently Asked Questions About Converse

What is the population of Converse?

Converse has a population of 424 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 614 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 30.9% female and 69.1% male.

Is Converse expensive to live in?

Converse is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,139, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $168,200 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Converse safe?

Converse is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 179 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,883 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Converse receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Converse?

Converse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Converse?

The job market in Converse is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,145. There are 8,388 business establishments in the area, including 644 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Converse?

The median home value in Converse is $168,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,216. For renters, the median monthly rent is $831. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,607.

How are the schools in Converse?

Schools in Converse score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.5% of adults in Converse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Converse?

The obesity rate in Converse is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.9% of adults are smokers. 27.6% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 13.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,615.

What is transportation like in Converse?

The average commute in Converse is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Converse?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Converse is 64.4% White, 13.9% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 39.8% of residents have a disability. 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

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