127 movers in Conway
A+ Moving And Storage
"If I could give zero stars, I would. I got three estimates—A-Plus and two reputable movers (Colonial and Allied). Colonial and Allied did in-person walk-throughs; A-Plus just promised to beat their price. Will Reid quoted me $12,762 vs. Allied’s $..."
Movers and Groovers
"We hired Ron Fulmer and his company Movers and Groovers in 2015, and during our move one of his employees stole close to $10,000 in jewelry and family heirlooms; this employee methodically selected and pocketed more than a dozen items from two hou..."
Coastal Moving Co
"Ditto the negative star comment of another customer. My husband and I are both AD military and we moved overseas for the first time. This company lost the majority of our household goods, which included most of our "high value items," such as Wate..."
Smith Dray Line Movers of Blythewood
"December 2017 we hired Smith Dray Line Movers of Blythewood, SC to pack, store and move our belongings. Our story is unbelievable, long and complicated so trust us when we say Beware! Our biggest regret is using this company! My husband rese..."
Nationwide Moving
"On Approximately April 27th, I had spoken with Alison from Nationwide moving company and she gave me a quote of 1379.00 for me to move my already packed belongings from GA to CA. Half of the money was to be paid on first trip and the rest would be..."
OGM Moving Services
"They gave me an estimate then kept going up on the estimate up to the day they showed up. First of all, they told me a date they would show up then never called or updated me and just showed up 2 days later. They almost doubled their quote by then..."
Bruce's Transfer
"Very disappointed in their customer service as they refuse to repair damages that occurred during the move to my dresser. The dresser started with four functioning, attached legs, and now it only has three functioning, attached legs. They tried to..."
Carolina Moving Solutions LLC
"Carefully count and inspect your own boxes if they pack them. Inspect them before they are sealed and count them loading and unloading. They will also underfill boxes and charge the full amount. They will significantly inflate the numbers of boxes..."
Your Moving Company
"DON'T USE THIS MOVING COMPANY!! They are THE WORST!! I just hired them to move a bedroom furniture from Norridge to Palos Hills. The movers were not properly equipped to move the furniture, no Dolly's, straps or anything. I was given an estimate o..."
Atlant Moving 1987
"I definitely would not recommend using Atlant Moving. I called to ask which day the movers would be at my house and the general manager went off on me and threatened to cancel my move. Then they broke my 65 inch Samsung TV in the move. I have file..."
Happy Wheels Moving LLC
"The business model of this company is to scam their customers. Same experience as other reviews posted here: We hired InterstateMovingandRelocation because it had good reviews, but without consulting us they subcontracted Happy Wheels. Two Russian..."
What to know when moving to Conway, SC
Conway at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community with 22.6% of residents holding a bachelor's degree and a renter percentage of 23.4%.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $66,490, providing a solid economic base.
- The Reality Check:
- A poverty rate of 15.5% indicates economic challenges for some residents.
- Commute:
- Only 0.5% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median gross rent of $943 per month.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Conway has a population of 51,176, with a median household income of $66,490. The community's educational level is reflected in the 22.6% of residents who hold a bachelor's degree. While 23.4% of residents rent, the area does see a poverty rate of 15.5%, indicating some economic diversity. With only 0.5% of the population utilizing public transit, it's important to plan for a car-dependent lifestyle.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for a vibrant public transportation system or if high poverty rates are a concern.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $943, which is relatively affordable compared to many urban areas.
- Median owner-occupied home value is $232,100, making home ownership accessible for many.
- With a poverty rate of 15.5%, the community faces some economic challenges.
- Only 23.4% of the population are renters, indicating a majority of homeowners.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In South Carolina, the property crime rate is 1,698.2 per 100,000 residents, which is about 9.8% higher than the national average. However, the state has seen a 27.9% decrease in property crime since 2022. The violent crime rate stands at 384.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 18.3% higher than the national average, with a 23% decrease since 2022.
- Violent crime: 384.8 per 100k vs. national rate of 325.3 per 100k
- Property crime: 1,698.2 per 100k vs. national rate of 1,546.9 per 100k
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 40.1% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for South Carolina).
Schools & Higher Ed
The area offers access to several educational institutions, including:
- Coastal Carolina University
- Horry-Georgetown Technical College
- Miller-Motte College-Conway
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, Conway has a variety of outdoor spots nearby, perfect for enjoying the outdoors:
- Broadway at the Beach (4.6 stars, 66,908 reviews)
- WonderWorks Myrtle Beach (4.5 stars, 8,647 reviews)
- Hollywood Wax Museum (4.6 stars, 6,770 reviews)
- Riverfront Park (4.7 stars, 1,255 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New).
