Conway, SC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Horry County · South Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Conway based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
26,082
2023 ACS
Median Income
$54,841
2023
Median Home Value
$236,300
2023
Median Rent
$881
2023
Median Age
34.3
Unemployment
8.2%
Cost of Living Index
93.6
100 = national avg
Conway is a city in Horry County, South Carolina, with a population of 26,082 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Conway is one of the communities in South Carolina.
The median household income in Conway is $54,841, and the median home value is $236,300. The cost of living index is 93.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $881 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.2%, and the median age is 34.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
26,082
Male
12,224
46.9%
Female
13,858
53.1%
Median Age
34.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
11.4%
High School or Higher
31.5%
Foreign Born
3.3%
Veterans
6.1%
Married
31.5%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.525
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
62.1%
Foreign Born
3.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
3.8%
989 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
96.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
25,068
English Only
94.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
818 speakers
Limited English
2.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.2%
Limited English Proficiency
2.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,590
6.1% of population
Disability Rate
23.5%
374 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$35,208
Unemployment Rate
2.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,411
88.7%
Female Veterans
179
11.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$35,208
Non-Veteran Income
$22,252
Difference
$12,956
58.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
374
Without Disability
1,216
Disability Rate
23.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
12,938
#1 Ancestry
German
8.8% (2,298)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
8.2% (2,131)
#3 Ancestry
English
8.2% (2,130)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
8,295
Family Households
5,065
61.1%
Married Couples
3,440
41.5%
Non-Family Households
3,230
38.9%
Single Mother Households
1,308
15.8%
Single Father Households
317
3.8%
Living Alone
2,710
32.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,825
In Married Couple
2,201
57.5%
With Single Mother
1,391
36.4%
With Single Father
233
6.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$71,607
Married Couple Income
$81,675
Single Mother Income
$41,458
Single Father Income
$73,750
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
609
Grandparents Responsible
140
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$54,841
-25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,243
-32% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.3%
+49% vs national
Gini Index
0.4654
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.2%
+58% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.4%
of households
How Conway Compares
Conway vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Conway is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Conway, SC has a median household income of $54,841, making it the 18,989th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher median household income than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Conway, SC has a per capita income of $25,243, making it the 22,182nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher per capita income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Conway, SC has a poverty rate of 20.3%, making it the 7,050th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher poverty rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Conway, SC has a unemployment rate of 8.2%, making it the 5,667th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher unemployment rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Conway. The median household income here is $54,841.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.2%
+35% vs SC avg
Labor Force
11,168
Employed
10,241
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
11.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
31.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.3
Work from Home
5.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$82.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
93.6
100 = national avg
-6.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,194
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,367
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,229
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,465
per month
The median household income in Conway, SC is $54,841, which is 25.1% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,243. The poverty rate of 20.3% is higher than the SC state average of 19.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4654, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.2%, compared to the state average of 6.1%. The labor force is 11,168. 11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 5.5% working from home. About 76.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 93.6, which is 6.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,194 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$278,800
Median List Price
$299,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Days on Market
121
Active Inventory
288
Months of Supply
7.8
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$283,232
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,730
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
12.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
37
New Listings
51
Pending Sales
63
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$175
Median List $/SF
$180
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Conway, SC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC metro area, home prices have risen 93.2% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 112.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 65.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC housing market rather than Conway alone.
Metro area: Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
Conway vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Conway is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Conway, SC has a median home value of $236,300, making it the 9,930th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher median home value than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Conway, SC has a median rent of $881, making it the 12,988th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher median rent than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Conway, SC has a price per square foot of $175, making it the 10,150th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher price per square foot than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Conway, SC has a rent burden of 19.3%, making it the 9,846th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Conway has a higher rent burden than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Rent
$881
Total Housing Units
9,318
Vacancy Rate
11.0%
Owner Occupied
63.5%
Renter Occupied
36.5%
Median Property Tax
$929
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,011
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$929
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
of home value
Median Home Value
$236,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,023
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($929) by the median home value ($236,300). In Conway, SC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.39%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Conway, SC is $278,800 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 121 days on the market. 10.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $175. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,730/month. About 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1994. There are 9,318 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $929. The effective tax rate is 0.39%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.45
per 1,000 residents
+71% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.75
per 1,000 residents
+15% vs national
Total Crimes
702
2024
Violent Clearance
54%
cases solved
Property Clearance
41%
cases solved
YoY Change
+17.6%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Conway Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Conway vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Conway is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Conway police solve 100% of robbery cases but only 17% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 3 | 0.10 | 33.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 12 | 0.41 | 16.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 8 | 0.28 | 100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 106 | 3.65 | 55.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 30 | 1.03 | 36.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 510 | 17.58 | 43.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 33 | 1.14 | 18.2% |
Conway, SC reported 129 violent crimes and 573 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.45 per 1,000 residents is 71.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 54% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 510 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 62.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 129 | 573 | 4.45 | 19.75 |
| 2023 | 108 | 529 | 3.78 | 18.52 |
| 2022 | 160 | 645 | 6.76 | 27.26 |
| 2021 | 166 | 770 | 5.98 | 27.72 |
| 2020 | 110 | 690 | 4.06 | 25.44 |
| 2019 | 111 | 884 | 4.25 | 33.83 |
| 2018 | 144 | 964 | 5.81 | 38.90 |
| 2017 | 142 | 921 | 5.96 | 38.69 |
| 2016 | 173 | 1,022 | 7.91 | 46.72 |
| 2015 | 119 | 996 | 5.68 | 47.57 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
2
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2010 | Socastee High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | revolver |
| Oct 16, 2009 | Carolina Forest High School | 1 | 0 | targeted | .40 caliber Glock |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.2
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
65.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
66.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
34
Public Assistance
$71.4M
Individual Assistance
$11.5M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
18 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Covington Drive Fire → | Fire | Mar 2025 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $1.8M | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $485K | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Nov 2022 | $2.7M | $595K |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $2.3M | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | $2.1M | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $20.6M | $5.4M |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Oct 2017 | $83K | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $28.7M | $2.0M |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Oct 2015 | $2.8M | $1.7M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2015 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 36 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
12,522
Total Claims Paid
$339,492,525
Avg Claim Payout
$27,112
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
69
Federal Funding
$14,123,606
Properties Protected
234
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.74
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 10 | $5,225,869 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 9 | $767,645 |
| 90.4: Mitigation Plan - Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 6 | $145,869 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 6 | $757,154 |
| 601.1: Generators | 5 | $79,764 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Conway has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, tornado, earthquake. The area has had 34 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (18 declarations). 12,522 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $71,443,379 in public assistance recovery funding. $11,513,489 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 69 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
32.7%
3.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.8%
0.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.7%
3.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.6%
Arthritis
25.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
21.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
35.3%
Lack of Support
25.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.5%
Mobility
15.3%
Cognitive
19.0%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
11.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Conway has an obesity rate of 32.7%, which is 3.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 13.7% of adults lack health insurance. 79.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.3 mi
Conway Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conway Medical Center | 4.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital | 4.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Mcleod Loris Hospital | 15.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
| Grand Strand Regional Medical Center | 15.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital | 18.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
9
Pop. Served
322,884
Violations (5yr)
6
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| GSW&SA (SC2620004) | 247,550 | 0 |
| CONWAY CITY OF (SC2610008) | 27,005 | 0 |
| BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) | 17,123 | 6 |
| CONWAY RURAL (SC2620001) | 12,740 | 0 |
| GSW&SA-MARION CITY OF (SC3310001) | 9,104 | 0 |
| MULLINS CITY OF (SC3310002) | 7,366 | 0 |
| LAKE VIEW TOWN OF (SC1710003) | 1,293 | 0 |
| GSW&SA-NICHOLS TOWN OF (SC3310003) | 678 | 0 |
| GSW&SA-MYRTLE BEACH (SC2620009) | 25 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
246.3K MT
Top Emitter
HORRY COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY INCORPORATED
246.3K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
HORRY COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY INCORPORATED The Horry County Solid Waste Authority Inc | Waste | 246,312 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 9 water systems serving the area. 6 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 246.3K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-9% vs national
Drive Alone
76.2%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
1.9%
+116% vs national
Work From Home
5.5%
-41% vs national
Carpool
9.7%
Walk / Bike
4.2%
combined
How Conway's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
5
2023
5-Year Avg
4
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Conway, SC is 21 minutes, which is 9.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 76.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 5.5% work from home, which is below the SC state average of 7.3%. Public transit is used by 1.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.7% of workers carpool. 3.5% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 5 traffic fatalities from 5 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
76.3%
of households
No Internet
7.9%
of households
Total Households
8,295
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.8%
of households
Smartphone
87.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
74.7%
of households
Tablet
55.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.2¢
per kWh
-25% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-31% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.8¢
per kWh
-42% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$150
residential
+2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in South Carolina averages 14.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $150. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Conway vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
9
Population Served
322,884
Violations (5yr)
6
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSW&SA (SC2620004) | Community | Surface water | 247,550 | 0 |
| CONWAY CITY OF (SC2610008) | Community | Purchased surface water | 27,005 | 0 |
| BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) | Community | Ground water | 17,123 | 6 |
| CONWAY RURAL (SC2620001) | Community | Purchased surface water | 12,740 | 0 |
| GSW&SA-MARION CITY OF (SC3310001) | Community | Ground water | 9,104 | 0 |
| MULLINS CITY OF (SC3310002) | Community | Ground water | 7,366 | 0 |
| LAKE VIEW TOWN OF (SC1710003) | Community | Purchased ground water | 1,293 | 0 |
| GSW&SA-NICHOLS TOWN OF (SC3310003) | Community | Ground water | 678 | 0 |
| GSW&SA-MYRTLE BEACH (SC2620009) | Community | Surface water | 25 | 0 |
89.6% of households in Conway have broadband internet access. 76.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.9% of households have no internet access. 12.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 9 water systems, providing water to 322,884 people. A total of 6 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Conway is located in Horry County, SC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Conway.
Election Overview
Source: Horry County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
62,325
30.3%
GOP Votes
141,719
68.8%
Total Votes
205,954
Margin
R+38.6%
Shift from 2020
R+5.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 62,325 | 141,719 | 205,954 | 30.3% | 68.8% | R+38.6 |
| 2020 | 59,180 | 118,821 | 179,744 | 32.9% | 66.1% | R+33.2 |
| 2016 | 36,731 | 83,819 | 124,503 | 29.5% | 67.3% | R+37.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Horry County recorded 205,954 total votes. Republicans won the county with 68.8% of the vote compared to 30.3% for Democrats, a margin of R+38.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.4pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
291
Total Assets
$1.0B
Total Income
$500.6M
Per 10K Residents
111.6
nonprofits
+93.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
23
Median Assets
$278K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $998.1M of $1.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Conway
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFConway, SC has 291 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 51 organizations. 23 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 111.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
128
Total Approved
$34.6M
Jobs Supported
907
Per 10K Residents
49.1
SBA loans
-55.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
39
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
24 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1994–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
122
Total Amount
$29.8M
Avg Loan
$244,154
Median Loan
$75,000
SBA Guaranteed
$22.0M(74%)
Jobs Supported
799
Loans
6
Total Amount
$4.8M
Avg Loan
$806,333
Median Loan
$315,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
32
25% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$11.4M
33% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$354,769
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Le Petit Fox Farm, Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
| Heaven Scent Inc. | 3 | $2.3M |
| Lowcountry Legends Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Tani Hospitality Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| The Pet Doctor Llc | 1 | $1.8M |
| Kings Supermarket | 1 | $1.4M |
| J&f Manufacturing South Inc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Coastal Arc Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Unforgettable Pets Corp. | 2 | $1.2M |
| Adobi Flats Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
Conway, SC has received 128 SBA loans totaling $34.6M in approved funding between 1994 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 122 loans (95% of the total), supporting 799 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 6 loans totaling $4.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Conway is TD Bank, National Association with 24 loans. That works out to 49.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
3
Total Population
133,929
Avg Median Income
$64,159
Avg Home Value
$249,833
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29526 | 51,176 | $66,490 | $232,100 | $943 | 175.0 |
| 29527 | 29,054 | $53,078 | $197,000 | $962 | 155.1 |
| 29579 | 53,699 | $72,909 | $320,400 | $1,466 | 53.0 |
Conway, SC has 3 ZIP codes with a combined population of 133,929. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $64,159. The average median home value is $249,833. The average median monthly rent is $1,124.
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