Conway, AR Local Data & Statistics

State: AR

Total population: 67,642 Household income: $63,004 Rent: $1,011

Overview

Total population

67,642

Rent

$1,011

Year built

1998

Household income

$63,004

Per capita income

$35,011

Poverty rate

16.9%

Unemployment rate

2.8%

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

44.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Arkansas

Total population

67,642

Adults over 25

39,562

Total households

27,099

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$63,004

Per capita income

$35,011

Poverty rate

16.9%

Unemployment rate

2.8%

Rent over 30% of income

44.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,011

Year built

1998

Households that rent

54.6%

Households that own

45.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.1

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

69.6%

Black

17.8%

Asian

1.6%

Two or more races

7.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

8.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

91.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

90.1%

Commute time to work

23 mins

Work from home

9.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

25.6%

High school graduate or GED

23.2%

Some college or associate degree

8.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

42.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Conway, AR with: Arkansas United States

Conway, AR

Total population67,642

Rent$1,011

Year built1998

Household income$63,004

Per capita income$35,011

Poverty rate16.9%

Unemployment rate2.8%

Arkansas State

Total population3,049,391

Rent$947

Year built1987

Household income$60,773

Per capita income$34,225

Poverty rate16%

Unemployment rate3.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityConway, AR	StateArkansas	CountryUnited States
Total population	67,642	3,049,391	334,922,499
Rent	$1,011	$947	$1,413
Year built	1998	1987	1980
Household income	$63,004	$60,773	$80,734
Per capita income	$35,011	$34,225	$44,673
Poverty rate	16.9%	16%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.8%	3.5%	4%

View the complete comparison of Conway, AR, Arkansas and United States →

Summary for Conway, AR

Conway is located in Arkansas.

Rent & Income

In Conway, the typical monthly rent is $1,011 and the typical household income is $63,004. Rent here is higher than Arkansas and lower than the U.S., and household income is similar to Arkansas and lower than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 16.9%, which is higher than in both Arkansas and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 54.6% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 44.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 42.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is lower than both Arkansas and the national rate.

Conway, AR — Rent vs Household Income

Conway, AR — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Conway, AR compares in Arkansas (9 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,011	3 / 9	from lower rent	$884 – $1,344
Household income	$63,004	4 / 9	from higher income	$52,707 – $112,792
Poverty rate	16.9%	4 / 9	from lower poverty	5.2% – 22.8%
Unemployment rate	2.8%	4 / 9	from lower unemployment	2.4% – 3.4%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Arkansas with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

💰 Rent in Conway, AR (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,011 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Conway, AR

Annual Household Income: $63,004

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Conway, AR

Estimated Rate: 16.9%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Conway, AR

In Conway, AR, households that rent: 14,805 (54.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	14,805	54.6%
Owner-Occupied	12,294	45.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Conway, AR

In Conway, AR, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 6,557 (44.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	6,557	44.3%
Other renter households	8,248	55.7%
Total renter households	14,805	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Conway, AR

Less than High School: 10,147 people (25.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 9,191 people (23.2%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,350 people (8.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 16,874 people (42.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 39,562

📊 Unemployment Rate in Conway, AR

Estimated Rate: 2.8%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.