Converse, TX
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Converse Overview
28,052
TOTAL POPULATION
14,169
MALE POPULATION
13,883
FEMALE POPULATION
102.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,412
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,392
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$77,237
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,121
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,583
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Converse Zip Codes
Race in Converse
The most populous races in Converse are White / Caucasian (14,418 | 51.4%), Hispanic or Latino (12,927 | 46.1%), and Black / African American (5,533 | 19.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 720 | 2.6% |
| Black / African American | 5,533 | 19.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 126 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12,927 | 46.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 175 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 14,418 | 51.4% |
| Two or more Races | 4,852 | 17.3% |
| Some other Race | 2,228 | 7.9% |
| Total | 28,052 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Converse
The most populous ancestries reported in Converse are Mexican (9,525 | 34.0%), German (2,322 | 8.3%), English (1,848 | 6.6%), Irish (1,771 | 6.3%), and Central American (1,380 | 4.9%), together accounting for 60.1% of all Converse residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 23 | 0.1% |
| African | 441 | 1.6% |
| American | 1,113 | 4.0% |
| Apache | 71 | 0.3% |
| Arab | 28 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 89 | 0.3% |
| Belizean | 33 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 222 | 0.8% |
| Blackfeet | 76 | 0.3% |
| British | 28 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 260 | 0.9% |
| Celtic | 31 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 1,380 | 4.9% |
| Central American Indian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 28 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 116 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 269 | 1.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 44 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 10 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 68 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 200 | 0.7% |
| Ecuadorian | 112 | 0.4% |
| English | 1,848 | 6.6% |
| European | 361 | 1.3% |
| French | 356 | 1.3% |
| French American Indian | 43 | 0.2% |
| French Canadian | 65 | 0.2% |
| German | 2,322 | 8.3% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 144 | 0.5% |
| Guatemalan | 877 | 3.1% |
| Honduran | 111 | 0.4% |
| Iranian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,771 | 6.3% |
| Israeli | 9 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 299 | 1.1% |
| Korean | 703 | 2.5% |
| Latvian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 9,525 | 34.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 28 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 62 | 0.2% |
| Nicaraguan | 84 | 0.3% |
| Nigerian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 106 | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 150 | 0.5% |
| Panamanian | 164 | 0.6% |
| Peruvian | 84 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 224 | 0.8% |
| Portuguese | 37 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 685 | 2.4% |
| Romanian | 39 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 95 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 28 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 89 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 29 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 145 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 92 | 0.3% |
| South American | 221 | 0.8% |
| Spaniard | 566 | 2.0% |
| Spanish | 7 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 35 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 522 | 1.9% |
| Swedish | 102 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 19 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 14 | 0.1% |
| Tongan | 73 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 102 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 15 | 0.1% | View All 69 Rows |
Immigrants in Converse
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Converse came from Latin America (1,627 | 5.8%), Central America (1,398 | 5.0%), Mexico (952 | 3.4%), Asia (439 | 1.6%), and South Eastern Asia (241 | 0.9%), together accounting for 16.6% of all Converse residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 23 | 0.1% |
| Africa | 98 | 0.4% |
| Asia | 439 | 1.6% |
| Brazil | 19 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 44 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 138 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 1,398 | 5.0% |
| Colombia | 25 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | 69 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakia | 11 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 87 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Africa | 32 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 139 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 135 | 0.5% |
| Ecuador | 39 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 14 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 198 | 0.7% |
| Germany | 28 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 160 | 0.6% |
| Honduras | 16 | 0.1% |
| India | 14 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 6 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 36 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 57 | 0.2% |
| Kenya | 32 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 82 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 1,627 | 5.8% |
| Mexico | 952 | 3.4% |
| Moldova | 23 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 13 | 0.1% |
| Nicaragua | 115 | 0.4% |
| Nigeria | 53 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 13 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 35 | 0.1% |
| Norway | 29 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 15 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 72 | 0.3% |
| Peru | 8 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 82 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 48 | 0.2% |
| Romania | 16 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 37 | 0.1% |
| South America | 91 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 37 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 241 | 0.9% |
| Thailand | 124 | 0.4% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 15 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 35 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 53 | 0.2% |
| Western Asia | 22 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 28 | 0.1% | View All 51 Rows |
Sex and Age in Converse
Sex and Age in Converse
The most populous age groups in Converse are 5 to 9 Years (1,951 | 13.8%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,573 | 11.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 578 (4.1%) | 1,260 (9.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,951 (13.8%) | 722 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,195 (8.4%) | 1,573 (11.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,183 (8.4%) | 815 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,005 (7.1%) | 722 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 868 (6.1%) | 639 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 882 (6.2%) | 940 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,199 (8.5%) | 1,421 (10.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 927 (6.5%) | 1,014 (7.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 890 (6.3%) | 983 (7.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 792 (5.6%) | 710 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 437 (3.1%) | 928 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 590 (4.2%) | 936 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 709 (5.0%) | 674 (4.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 492 (3.5%) | 263 (1.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 122 (0.9%) | 196 (1.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 95 (0.7%) | 22 (0.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 254 (1.8%) | 65 (0.5%) |
| Total | 14,169 (100.0%) | 13,883 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Converse
Median Family Size in Converse
The median family size in Converse is 3.45 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,441 | 64.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,849 | 26.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.25 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,441 (64.0%) | 3.56 |
| Single Male/Father | 653 (9.4%) | 3.33 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,849 (26.6%) | 3.25 |
| Total Families | 6,943 (100.0%) | 3.45 |
Median Household Size in Converse
The median household size in Converse is 2.89 persons per household, with single male/father households (653 | 6.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.86 persons per household. non-family households (2,710 | 28.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,441 (46.0%) | 3.59 |
| Single Male/Father | 653 (6.8%) | 3.86 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,849 (19.2%) | 3.36 |
| Non-family | 2,710 (28.1%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 9,653 (100.0%) | 2.89 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Converse
Out of a total of 9,653 households in Converse, 6,943 (71.9%) are family households, while 2,710 (28.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,323, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,398.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,398 (24.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,323 (24.1%) | 272 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,210 (22.9%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,284 (13.3%) | 13 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 687 (7.1%) | 20 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 251 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 188 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,943 (71.9%) | 2,710 (28.1%) |
Female Fertility in Converse
Fertility by Age in Converse
Average fertility rate in Converse is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 174 (68.2%) | 76.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 81 (31.8%) | 23.0 |
| Total | 255 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Converse
65.1% of women with births (255) in Converse are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 33.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 112 (64.4%) | 62 (35.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 54 (66.7%) | 27 (33.3%) |
| Total | 166 (65.1%) | 89 (34.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Converse
Average fertility rate in Converse is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 85.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 13.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 48.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 12 (4.7%) | 13.0 |
| High School Diploma | 29 (11.4%) | 22.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 124 (48.6%) | 48.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34 (13.3%) | 29.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 56 (22.0%) | 85.0 |
| Total | 255 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Converse
34.9% of women with births in Converse are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 64 (51.6%) | 60 (48.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (65.1%) | 89 (34.9%) |
Income in Converse
Income Overview in Converse
Per Capita Income in Converse is $32,412, while median incomes of families and households are $96,392 and $77,237 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 28,052 | $32,412 |
| Median Family Income | 6,943 | $96,392 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,943 | $99,965 |
| Median Household Income | 9,653 | $77,237 |
| Mean Household Income | 9,653 | $91,236 |
| Income Deficit | 6,943 | $8,121 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 28,052 | 31.32% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 28,052 | 68.68¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 28,052 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Converse
Average Earnings in Converse are $41,198, $52,025 for men and $35,732 for women, a difference of 31.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,300 (52.2%) | $52,025 |
| Female | 6,671 (47.7%) | $35,732 |
| Total | 13,971 (100.0%) | $41,198 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Converse
The most common earnings brackets in Converse are $100,000+ for men (1,064 | 14.6%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (601 | 9.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 207 (2.8%) | 460 (6.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 71 (1.0%) | 249 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 223 (3.0%) | 192 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 152 (2.1%) | 78 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 155 (2.1%) | 240 (3.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 197 (2.7%) | 411 (6.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 284 (3.9%) | 198 (3.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 108 (1.5%) | 166 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 311 (4.3%) | 188 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 151 (2.1%) | 279 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 356 (4.9%) | 393 (5.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 350 (4.8%) | 372 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 354 (4.9%) | 601 (9.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 341 (4.7%) | 375 (5.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 326 (4.5%) | 413 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 285 (3.9%) | 298 (4.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 743 (10.2%) | 474 (7.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 732 (10.0%) | 319 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 890 (12.2%) | 439 (6.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,064 (14.6%) | 526 (7.9%) |
| Total | 7,300 (100.0%) | 6,671 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Converse
Average earnings in Converse are $58,805 for men and $37,649 for women, a difference of 36.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,644, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,096. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,055, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,827.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,354 | $25,827 |
| High School Diploma | $42,096 | $34,048 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $62,386 | $36,181 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $76,644 | $46,102 |
| Graduate Degree | $74,852 | $61,055 |
| Total | $58,805 | $37,649 |
Family Income in Converse
Family Income Brackets in Converse
According to the Converse family income data, there are 2,270 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 104 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 194 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 104 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 535 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 250 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 451 | 6.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,166 | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 993 | 14.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,270 | 32.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 597 | 8.6% |
| $200,000+ | 382 | 5.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Converse
6-person families (207 | 3.0%) account for the highest median family income in Converse with $115,739 per family, while 2-person families (2,497 | 36.0%) have the highest median income of $42,382 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,497 (36.0%) | $84,764 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,202 (31.7%) | $87,955 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,173 (16.9%) | $101,746 |
| 5-Person Families | 698 (10.1%) | $113,042 |
| 6-Person Families | 207 (3.0%) | $115,739 |
| 7+ Person Families | 166 (2.4%) | $58,969 |
| Total | 6,943 (100.0%) | $96,392 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Converse
The median family income in Converse is $96,392, with families comprising 2 earners (2,823) having the highest median family income of $111,309, while families with 1 earner (2,535) have the lowest median family income of $61,406, accounting for 40.7% and 36.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 716 (10.3%) | $70,524 |
| 1 Earner | 2,535 (36.5%) | $61,406 |
| 2 Earners | 2,823 (40.7%) | $111,309 |
| 3+ Earners | 869 (12.5%) | $109,375 |
| Total | 6,943 (100.0%) | $96,392 |
Household Income in Converse
Household Income Brackets in Converse
With 2,674 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Converse, accounting for 27.7% of all households. In contrast, only 135 households (1.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 222 | 2.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 135 | 1.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 936 | 9.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 502 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,313 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,564 | 16.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,149 | 11.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,674 | 27.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 734 | 7.6% |
| $200,000+ | 425 | 4.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Converse
The median household income in Converse is $77,237, with the highest median household income of $89,523 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,945 households (40.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,468, with 2,036 households (21.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 94 (1.0%) | $78,654 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,945 (40.9%) | $89,523 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,578 (37.1%) | $89,375 |
| 65+ Years | 2,036 (21.1%) | $47,468 |
| Total | 9,653 (100.0%) | $77,237 |
Poverty in Converse
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Converse
With 14.3% poverty level for males and 15.3% for females among the residents of Converse, 6 to 11 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 902 males (42.5%) and 71 females (39.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 32 (5.6%) | 217 (18.4%) |
| 5 Years | 62 (26.8%) | 19 (11.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 902 (42.5%) | 118 (10.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 102 (13.1%) | 303 (32.1%) |
| 15 Years | 18 (7.8%) | 71 (39.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 148 (32.0%) | 79 (23.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 192 (12.8%) | 282 (27.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 89 (5.1%) | 196 (12.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 142 (6.7%) | 442 (18.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 104 (6.2%) | 162 (9.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 100 (9.9%) | 95 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 127 (10.7%) | 104 (11.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (4.7%) |
| Total | 2,018 (14.3%) | 2,100 (15.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Converse
According to the poverty statistics in Converse, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 95.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 541 (94.4%) | 965 (81.6%) |
| 5 Years | 169 (73.2%) | 142 (88.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,218 (57.5%) | 1,047 (89.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 677 (86.9%) | 640 (67.9%) |
| 15 Years | 212 (92.2%) | 108 (60.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 315 (68.0%) | 265 (77.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,303 (87.2%) | 732 (72.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,661 (94.9%) | 1,383 (87.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,984 (93.3%) | 1,993 (81.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,578 (93.8%) | 1,531 (90.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 912 (90.1%) | 1,764 (94.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,064 (89.3%) | 819 (88.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 456 (100.0%) | 244 (95.3%) |
| Total | 12,090 (85.7%) | 11,633 (84.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Converse
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Converse show that 4.0% or 176 of the total 4,441 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 64.0%, comprising of 80 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.5%, which includes 25 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,216 (97.2%) | 64 (2.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,621 (98.5%) | 25 (1.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 383 (98.2%) | 7 (1.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 45 (36.0%) | 80 (64.0%) |
| Total | 4,265 (96.0%) | 176 (4.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Converse
According to the poverty data in Converse, 10.7% or 70 single-father households and 33.8% or 625 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (25.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 484 households (42.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 70 (25.6%) | 31 (6.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 484 (42.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (42.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 70 (10.7%) | 625 (33.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Converse
The poverty data for Converse shows that 176 of the married-couple family households (4.0%) and 695 of the single-parent households (27.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 households (64.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 484 household (34.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 64 (2.8%) | 101 (13.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 25 (1.5%) | 484 (34.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7 (1.8%) | 110 (30.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 80 (64.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 176 (4.0%) | 695 (27.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Converse
Employment by Class of Employer in Converse
Among the 12,949 employed individuals in Converse, private company employees (8,331 | 64.3%), federal government employees (1,359 | 10.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (970 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,331 | 64.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 360 | 2.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 970 | 7.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 783 | 6.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 830 | 6.4% |
| State Government Employees | 316 | 2.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,359 | 10.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 12,949 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Converse
According to the labor force statistics for Converse, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,364), 66.7% or 13,583 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 543 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.9% or 1,325 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.4% or 69 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 478 (30.1%) | 69 (14.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,123 (65.0%) | 21 (1.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,325 (87.9%) | 60 (4.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,569 (86.1%) | 121 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,813 (83.6%) | 31 (0.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,946 (87.3%) | 227 (7.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 863 (63.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 887 (58.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 490 (22.9%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (12.7%) | 12 (12.5%) |
| Total | 13,583 (66.7%) | 543 (4.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Converse
According to labor force statistics for Converse, 80.5% of individuals (11,396) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (14,156) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 433 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 90.8% or 4,022 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.4% or 106 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 687 (63.4%) | 167 (15.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,399 (76.1%) | 170 (5.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,292 (78.2%) | 165 (3.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,022 (90.8%) | 71 (1.6%) |
| Total | 11,396 (80.5%) | 538 (3.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Converse
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Converse are Community & Social Service (1,282 | 10.1%), Management (1,203 | 9.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (918 | 7.3%), Education Instruction & Library (826 | 6.5%), and Business & Financial (724 | 5.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Converse, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (90.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (87.6%), Life, Physical & Social Science (84.4%), and Health Technologists (82.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 734 (61.0%) | 469 (39.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 297 (41.0%) | 427 (59.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 506 (84.6%) | 92 (15.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 435 (90.4%) | 46 (9.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 66 (77.6%) | 19 (22.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 5 (15.6%) | 27 (84.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 377 (29.4%) | 905 (70.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 25 (12.4%) | 177 (87.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 93 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 191 (23.1%) | 635 (76.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 68 (42.2%) | 93 (57.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 177 (19.3%) | 741 (80.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 121 (17.6%) | 565 (82.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,091 (44.3%) | 2,634 (55.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,483 (51.3%) | 6,163 (48.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Converse are Food Preparation & Serving (635 | 5.0%), Healthcare Support (446 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (338 | 2.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (290 | 2.3%), and Law Enforcement (280 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Converse, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (93.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (85.5%), Healthcare Support (82.7%), and Personal Care & Service (74.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 77 (17.3%) | 369 (82.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 317 (93.8%) | 21 (6.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 37 (63.8%) | 21 (36.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 280 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 350 (55.1%) | 285 (44.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 42 (14.5%) | 248 (85.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 56 (26.1%) | 159 (74.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 842 (43.8%) | 1,082 (56.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,483 (51.3%) | 6,163 (48.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Converse are Sales & Related (1,746 | 13.8%), and Office & Administration (1,463 | 11.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 986 (56.5%) | 760 (43.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 345 (23.6%) | 1,118 (76.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,331 (41.5%) | 1,878 (58.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,483 (51.3%) | 6,163 (48.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Converse are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (495 | 3.9%), and Construction & Extraction (434 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 424 (97.7%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 467 (94.3%) | 28 (5.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 891 (95.9%) | 38 (4.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,483 (51.3%) | 6,163 (48.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Converse are Material Moving (673 | 5.3%), Transportation (620 | 4.9%), and Production (566 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 279 (49.3%) | 287 (50.7%) |
| Transportation | 524 (84.5%) | 96 (15.5%) |
| Material Moving | 525 (78.0%) | 148 (22.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,328 (71.4%) | 531 (28.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,483 (51.3%) | 6,163 (48.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Converse
Employment Industries in Converse
The major employment industries in Converse include Retail Trade (2,098 | 16.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,471 | 11.6%), Educational Services (1,232 | 9.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (932 | 7.4%), and Public Administration (924 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Converse
The Converse industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (91.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (83.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (79.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 131 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 518 (91.7%) | 47 (8.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 528 (70.1%) | 225 (29.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 192 (77.7%) | 55 (22.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,149 (54.8%) | 949 (45.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 709 (83.4%) | 141 (16.6%) |
| Utilities | 91 (52.6%) | 82 (47.4%) |
| Information | 203 (74.1%) | 71 (25.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 473 (54.2%) | 399 (45.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 73 (21.0%) | 274 (79.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 319 (46.2%) | 372 (53.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 245 (49.7%) | 248 (50.3%) |
| Educational Services | 347 (28.2%) | 885 (71.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 220 (15.0%) | 1,251 (85.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 78 (75.7%) | 25 (24.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 429 (46.0%) | 503 (54.0%) |
| Public Administration | 537 (58.1%) | 387 (41.9%) |
| Total | 6,483 (51.3%) | 6,163 (48.7%) |
Education in Converse
School Enrollment in Converse
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,476 students in Converse are middle school (2,130 | 25.1%), elementary school (2,084 | 24.6%), and college / undergraduate (1,754 | 20.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 175 | 2.1% |
| Kindergarten | 374 | 4.4% |
| Elementary School | 2,084 | 24.6% |
| Middle School | 2,130 | 25.1% |
| High School | 1,673 | 19.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,754 | 20.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 286 | 3.4% |
| Total | 8,476 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Converse
Out of a total of 8,476 students who are enrolled in schools in Converse, 873 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,603 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 131 (55.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,179 (98.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 105 (44.5%) | 131 (55.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,179 (98.4%) | 36 (1.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,440 (97.3%) | 69 (2.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,186 (97.5%) | 30 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 395 (71.0%) | 161 (29.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 610 (81.8%) | 136 (18.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 176 (83.8%) | 34 (16.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 509 (64.6%) | 279 (35.4%) |
| Total | 7,603 (89.7%) | 873 (10.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Converse
Business (1,830 | 33.0%), science & technology (668 | 12.0%), arts & humanities (550 | 9.9%), education (493 | 8.9%), and social sciences (368 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 5,550 individuals in Converse who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 190 | 3.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 223 | 4.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 163 | 2.9% |
| Psychology | 341 | 6.1% |
| Social Sciences | 368 | 6.6% |
| Engineering | 142 | 2.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 99 | 1.8% |
| Science & Technology | 668 | 12.0% |
| Business | 1,830 | 33.0% |
| Education | 493 | 8.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 135 | 2.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 103 | 1.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 47 | 0.9% |
| Communications | 198 | 3.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 550 | 9.9% |
| Total | 5,550 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Converse
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Converse
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Converse are males with 2 vehicles (3,323, accounting for 49.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,719, making up 54.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 112 (1.7%) | 88 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,084 (16.0%) | 1,591 (25.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,323 (49.0%) | 2,719 (44.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,334 (19.7%) | 1,189 (19.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 601 (8.9%) | 375 (6.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 330 (4.9%) | 195 (3.2%) |
| Total | 6,784 (100.0%) | 6,157 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Converse
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Converse are 30 to 34 minutes (2,350 commuters, 20.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,068 commuters, 17.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,647 commuters, 14.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 218 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 404 | 3.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,045 | 9.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,068 | 17.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,647 | 14.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,297 | 11.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,350 | 20.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 402 | 3.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 597 | 5.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 911 | 7.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 384 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 264 | 2.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Converse
The most common commute times in Converse are 30 to 34 minutes (1,557 commuters, 25.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,126 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 165 (2.6%) | 53 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 120 (1.9%) | 284 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 435 (7.0%) | 610 (11.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 942 (15.1%) | 1,126 (21.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 880 (14.1%) | 767 (14.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 739 (11.9%) | 558 (10.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,557 (25.0%) | 793 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 320 (5.1%) | 82 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 318 (5.1%) | 279 (5.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 463 (7.4%) | 448 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 164 (2.6%) | 220 (4.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 116 (1.9%) | 148 (2.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Converse
The most frequent times of departure to work in Converse are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,068, 17.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (916, 17.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 425 (6.8%) | 213 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 253 (4.1%) | 285 (5.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 265 (4.3%) | 212 (4.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 919 (14.8%) | 776 (14.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 646 (10.4%) | 592 (11.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,068 (17.2%) | 916 (17.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 590 (9.5%) | 401 (7.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 467 (7.5%) | 515 (9.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 106 (1.7%) | 194 (3.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 300 (4.8%) | 260 (4.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 313 (5.0%) | 132 (2.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 195 (3.1%) | 49 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 296 (4.8%) | 630 (11.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 376 (6.0%) | 193 (3.6%) |
| Total | 6,219 (100.0%) | 5,368 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Converse
Occupancy by Ownership in Converse
Of the total 9,653 dwellings in Converse, owner-occupied units account for 7,227 (74.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,426 (25.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,227 | 74.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,426 | 25.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 9,653 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Converse
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,398 | 24.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,595 | 26.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,217 | 23.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,443 | 25.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 9,653 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Converse
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,873 (78.1%) | 525 (21.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,803 (69.5%) | 792 (30.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,461 (65.9%) | 756 (34.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,090 (85.6%) | 353 (14.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,227 (74.9%) | 2,426 (25.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Converse
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 386 (74.4%) | 133 (25.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,357 (71.4%) | 545 (28.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,801 (70.0%) | 1,202 (30.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,683 (83.1%) | 546 (16.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Converse
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,632 | 16.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,407 | 24.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,888 | 19.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,690 | 17.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,491 | 15.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 260 | 2.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 285 | 2.9% |
| Total | 9,653 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Converse
Median Income by Occupancy in Converse
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,227 (74.9%) | $96,164 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,426 (25.1%) | $49,529 |
| Average | 9,653 (100.0%) | $77,237 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Converse
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 72 (1.0%) | 25 (1.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 65 (0.9%) | 59 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 106 (1.5%) | 29 (1.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 371 (5.1%) | 334 (13.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 197 (2.7%) | 32 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 145 (2.0%) | 360 (14.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 921 (12.7%) | 387 (16.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,091 (15.1%) | 475 (19.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 844 (11.7%) | 307 (12.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,390 (33.1%) | 280 (11.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,025 (14.2%) | 138 (5.7%) |
| Total | 7,227 (100.0%) | 2,426 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Converse
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 88 (1.2%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 366 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,350 (18.7%) | 36 (1.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 722 (10.0%) | 292 (12.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,630 (22.6%) | 1,063 (43.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 2,038 (28.2%) | 870 (35.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 902 (12.5%) | 86 (3.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 98 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 33 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,227 (100.0%) | 2,426 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Converse
Housing Structures in Converse
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,295 | 85.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 71 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 87 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 217 | 2.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 905 | 9.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 78 | 0.8% |
| Total | 9,653 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Converse
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,169 (86.4%) | 1,126 (13.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 (25.4%) | 53 (74.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 217 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 905 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 40 (51.3%) | 38 (48.7%) |
| Total | 7,227 (74.9%) | 2,426 (25.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Converse
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 22 (0.3%) | 430 (17.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,774 (24.5%) | 1,183 (48.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,369 (46.6%) | 625 (25.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,062 (28.5%) | 174 (7.2%) |
| Total | 7,227 (100.0%) | 2,426 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Converse
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,863 (25.8%) | 351 (14.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 42 (0.6%) | 29 (1.2%) |
| Electricity | 5,126 (70.9%) | 2,046 (84.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 134 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 62 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,227 (100.0%) | 2,426 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Converse
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 110 (1.5%) | 144 (5.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,061 (28.5%) | 1,338 (55.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,328 (46.1%) | 715 (29.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,728 (23.9%) | 229 (9.4%) |
| Total | 7,227 (100.0%) | 2,426 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Converse
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Converse
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,077 | 5,150 |
| Median Property Value | $199,900 | $223,500 |
| Median Household Income | $70,524 | $841 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $591 | $33 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,402 | $549 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Converse
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 65 (3.1%) | 44 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 30 (1.4%) | 166 (3.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,800 (86.7%) | 4,259 (82.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 182 (8.8%) | 649 (12.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (0.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,077 (100.0%) | 5,150 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Converse
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 96 (4.6%) | 42 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 387 (18.6%) | 41 (0.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 105 (5.1%) | 287 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 237 (11.4%) | 40 (0.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 288 (13.9%) | 684 (13.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 277 (13.3%) | 803 (15.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 503 (24.2%) | 567 (11.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 184 (8.9%) | 1,887 (36.6%) |
| Total | 2,077 (100.0%) | 5,150 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Converse
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 543 (26.1%) | 102,918 (1,998.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 524 (25.2%) | 1,965 (38.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 278 (13.4%) | 1,451 (28.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 700 (33.7%) | 772 (15.0%) |
| Total | 2,077 (100.0%) | 5,150 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Converse
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 69 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 127 (6.1%) | 164 (3.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,784 (85.9%) | 233 (4.5%) |
| Total | 2,077 (100.0%) | 5,150 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Converse
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Converse
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,091 (93.8%) | 139 (6.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,020 (91.6%) | 553 (8.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,675 (67.8%) | 797 (32.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,112 (74.8%) | 713 (25.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,883 (87.5%) | 556 (12.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,729 (82.6%) | 576 (17.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,290 (79.8%) | 581 (20.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 656 (92.1%) | 56 (7.9%) |
| Total | 23,570 (85.6%) | 3,971 (14.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Converse
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,091 (93.8%) | 139 (6.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,020 (91.6%) | 553 (8.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,675 (67.8%) | 797 (32.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Converse
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,435 (79.9%) | 613 (20.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,864 (82.9%) | 592 (17.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,854 (75.2%) | 1,268 (24.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,781 (87.0%) | 414 (13.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,589 (91.6%) | 1,062 (8.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Converse
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 564 (25.3%) | 1,598 (71.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,839 (43.2%) | 3,443 (52.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 365 (14.8%) | 1,508 (61.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 244 (8.6%) | 1,942 (68.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 830 (18.7%) | 3,499 (78.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 597 (18.1%) | 2,612 (79.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 665 (23.2%) | 2,064 (71.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,956 (92.5%) | 1,171 (55.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 656 (92.1%) | 569 (79.9%) |
| Total | 8,716 (31.7%) | 18,406 (66.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Converse
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 302 (7.9%) | 187 (6.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 104 (3.4%) | 247 (9.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 694 (14.9%) | 684 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 653 (54.8%) | 195 (21.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 333 (73.0%) | 103 (40.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Converse
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 46 (1.5%) | 91 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 315 (6.8%) | 38 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 412 (34.6%) | 33 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 304 (66.7%) | 12 (4.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 83 (2.2%) | 35 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (0.6%) | 41 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 59 (1.3%) | 56 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 201 (16.9%) | 78 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (11.8%) | 8 (3.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 134 (3.5%) | 152 (5.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 84 (2.8%) | 92 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 370 (8.0%) | 301 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 189 (15.9%) | 28 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (4.0%) | 26 (10.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (0.6%) | 68 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 248 (5.3%) | 506 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 364 (30.6%) | 127 (13.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (5.0%) | 91 (35.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (0.6%) | 18 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 144 (3.1%) | 195 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 59 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (0.4%) | 14 (5.5%) |
Technology Access in Converse
Computing Device Access in Converse
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,363 | 86.6% |
| Smartphone | 9,118 | 94.5% |
| Tablet | 6,762 | 70.1% |
| No Computing Device | 151 | 1.6% |
| Total | 9,653 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Converse
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 7,797 | 80.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 723 | 7.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 739 | 7.7% |
| No Internet | 809 | 8.4% |
| Total | 9,653 | 100.0% |
Converse Summary
Converse, Texas is a small city located in Bexar County, Texas, United States. It is part of the San Antonio–New Braunfels Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city was founded in 1881 and incorporated in 1952. As of the 2010 census, the population of Converse was 18,198.
History
The area that is now Converse was originally inhabited by the Coahuiltecan Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s. The town was originally known as “Gibbs”, after the first settler, William Gibbs. In 1881, the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway built a line through the area, and the town was renamed “Converse” after the railroad’s chief engineer, Charles Converse.
The town grew slowly, and by the early 1900s, it had a population of around 200 people. In 1952, Converse was officially incorporated as a city. The population continued to grow, and by the 2000 census, it had reached 8,514.
Geography
Converse is located in Bexar County, Texas, at the intersection of Interstate 10 and Loop 1604. It is about 15 miles northeast of downtown San Antonio. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The terrain of Converse is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The climate is subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F, and the average annual precipitation is 33 inches.
Economy
The economy of Converse is largely based on retail and services. The city is home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Home Depot. There are also several restaurants, banks, and other businesses in the city.
The largest employer in Converse is the Converse Independent School District, which employs over 1,000 people. Other major employers include the City of Converse, Walmart, and the San Antonio International Airport.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Converse was 18,198. The racial makeup of the city was 73.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 14.5% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 63.2% of the population.
The median household income in Converse was $50,945, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income was $20,945. About 11.2% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line.
Converse is a small city with a diverse population and a strong economy. It is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. With its close proximity to San Antonio, it is a great place to experience the best of both worlds.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Converse?
Total Population of Converse is 28,052.
What is the Total Male Population of Converse?
Total Male Population of Converse is 14,169.
What is the Total Female Population of Converse?
Total Female Population of Converse is 13,883.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Converse?
There are 102.06 Males per 100 Females in Converse.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Converse?
There are 97.98 Females per 100 Males in Converse.
What is the Median Population Age in Converse?
Median Population Age in Converse is 33.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Converse
Average Family Size in Converse is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Converse
Average Household Size in Converse is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Converse?
Per Capita income in Converse is $32,412.
What is the Median Family Income in Converse?
Median Family Income in Converse is $96,392.
What is the Median Household income in Converse?
Median Household Income in Converse is $77,237.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Converse?
Income or Wage Gap in Converse is 31.3%.
Women in Converse earn 68.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Converse?
Family Income Deficit in Converse is $8,121.
Families that are below poverty line in Converse earn $8,121 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Converse?
Inequality or Gini Index in Converse is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Converse?
There are 13,583 People in the Labor Forcein in Converse.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Converse?
66.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Converse.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Converse?
Unemployment Rate in Converse is 4.0%.