Conway, SC Utility & Living Guide

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Conway, SC Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: July 3, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$794/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$202,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Horry Electric Cooperative
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

City of Conway Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

City of Conway Sanitation Services
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$794/mo
2 Bedrooms$883/mo
3 Bedrooms$1103/mo
Median Home Price$202,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Conway’s housing market is competitive, with rising demand due to proximity to Myrtle Beach. Affordable options exist but inventory is tight.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

South Carolina has progressive income tax rates from 0% to 7%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+12% (growing)
Political Climate
Red with some Purple influence in city elections
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in education, healthcare, and tourism support
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, school funding, infrastructure maintenance
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit. Sidewalks exist in downtown areas but coverage is inconsistent.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Conway Riverwalk
  • 🎯
    Horry County Museum
  • 🎯
    Savannah's Playground

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown historic district offers walkability while newer developments like The Farm provide family-friendly amenities. Waterfront properties along the Waccamaw River are most desirable.

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📊 Conway — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$48,161
🏠 Homeownership Rate
60.9%
🔑 Renter Rate
39.1%
📉 Poverty Rate
20.2%
💼 Unemployment Rate
8.8%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC use increases electric bills by 30-40%. Winter heating costs are minimal with mild temperatures.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

ZIP 29526: 1.2% property tax rate. No local surtaxes. Horry County millage rate applies.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Good park access but limited transit elevators. Historic downtown has uneven sidewalks.

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