Conway Springs, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Conway Springs is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,597. Residents earn $70,469 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,597 Population 1,613/sq mi density
$70,469 Median Income $29,841 per capita
$106,900 Home Value $185,175 Zillow
$974 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,469 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,900 home value, $974/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,469
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,900
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $974
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,597
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density1,613/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,469
Per Capita$29,841
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$878M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,900
Rent$974
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,175

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,374 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Libraries7

Is Conway Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conway Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Conway Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Conway Springs is $70,469, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Conway Springs is $106,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $974 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Conway Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Conway Springs has a population of 1,597 with a density of 1,613 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

1,597
Total Population
1,613
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Conway Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Conway Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conway Springs is $70,469, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Conway Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,469
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,841
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$63,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$878M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare52
Retail63
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Conway Springs is $106,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,175

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.43%
In Conway Springs, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Conway Springs has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,374 ft (419 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Coordinates37.3899°N, 97.6429°W
County FIPS20191
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants44
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home6.4%

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