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Conway, MI

Michigan

Conway is a small town in Michigan with a population of 161. Residents earn $75,114 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
161 Population 383/sq mi density
$75,114 Median Income $29,352 per capita
$430,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$75,114 median income, 6.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$430,000 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,114
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $430,000
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.5%
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age65.5 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,114
Per Capita$29,352
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$2,559M
Commute11 min

Housing

B
Home Value$430,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units201
Rent Burden24.1%

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking13.5%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation618 ft (188 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+18.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute11 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries5

Is Conway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conway receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Conway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Conway is $75,114, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Conway is $430,000, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Conway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 120.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Conway has a population of 161 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 65.5 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

161
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
65.5yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.8%
Female 65.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Conway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Conway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conway is $75,114, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Conway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,114
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,352
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$92,368

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,558
County GDP$2,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare188
Retail248
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Conway is $430,000, 53% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$430,000
53% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%
Housing Units201
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Conway, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.5%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits70.7%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities188
Conway has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall120.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates45.4091°N, 84.8709°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 41.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.5%
23% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+18.3%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants145
Retail Stores248

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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