Conway, SC vs Garden City, SC

Conway is moderately more affordable than Garden City, with a 13% lower cost of living index. Conway scores 79 compared to 91 for Garden City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Garden City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Conway is $881/month compared to $1,382/month in Garden City — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Conway has cheaper rent, Garden City actually has lower median home values ($194,100 vs $236,300).

Median household income in Conway is $54,841 compared to $50,027 in Garden City (+9.6%). Conway offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Conway spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, less than the 33.2% in Garden City. The Conway ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 64°F). Garden City receives more rainfall at 48.5" per year compared to 48.5" in Conway.