Median Income
$50,139
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$168,200
40% 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%
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
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation737 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+96.6%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Libraries10
Is Converse a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Converse receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Converse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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.
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 4.5/10.
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. 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. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.4%), with 13.9% Black.
Population
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Converse is $50,139, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
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 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,388 |
| County GDP | $22,980M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 644 |
| Healthcare | 647 |
| Retail | 1,084 |
| Manufacturing | 421 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
The median home value in Converse is $168,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $168,200 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $124,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $124,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $110 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.9% |
| Price Drops | 75.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $831 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.14% |
In Converse, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Converse vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,013/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 647 |
Crime Rates: Converse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Converse has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.2 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 737 ft (225 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 614/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9957°N, 81.8431°W |
| County FIPS | 45083 |