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Conway, NC
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Conway, NC
At a Glance
How Conway Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Conway's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Conway a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Conway residents earn a median household income of $40,089 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,445. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 40.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 366 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Conway is $110,200 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $107,483. Median rent is $504/month, with 37.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Conway reports 139 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,607/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Conway hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Conway has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.