| City: | Conway, Michigan |
| County: | Emmet County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:05:42 AM |
| Population: | 93 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 231 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 45.4160, -84.8666 |
| Land Area: | 0.399 sq mi |
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Conway sits on Michigan's inland waterways near the top of the Lower Peninsula, where seasonal living defines the postal landscape. Of the 105 total housing units here, 55 are classified as seasonal or vacation properties. That's 52% of all housing—more than half the structures sit empty for much of the year.
This seasonal pattern explains why the Conway post office maintains 208 PO Boxes for just 50 occupied households. The adoption rate of 4.16 means there are more than four boxes for every year-round residence. Second-home owners who visit occasionally still need a permanent mailing address. Property tax bills, insurance notices, and HOA communications can't wait for summer. Year-round PO Box service solves that problem for people who might only be in town a few weeks annually.
The median home value of $496,400 reflects the investment-property nature of the area. These aren't starter homes—they're vacation retreats. The median household income of $85,714 among year-round residents sits well above Michigan's average, and the median age of 37.4 years suggests working professionals rather than retirees. Many seasonal owners likely maintain primary residences elsewhere and use their Conway properties as weekend or summer getaways.
Street delivery does exist here through one rural carrier route serving addresses along N US 31, Merritt Street, and Heydey Street. But with so many properties occupied only seasonally, PO Boxes offer reliability that sporadic visits to a physical mailbox can't match. Package delivery becomes practical when there's someone at the post office to hold items until owners arrive. This isn't a failure of infrastructure—it's infrastructure adapted to how people actually use these properties.
Street delivery infrastructure is minimal, with just three streets receiving carrier service. N US 31 provides the main corridor access, while Merritt and Heydey Streets serve the limited residential footprint. The sparse street network reflects the seasonal, low-density character of this vacation community.
ZIP Code 49722 has 93 residents and 50 households (average 1.86 persons per household). The median age is 37.4 years, slightly younger than the state (40.1) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 45.2% male and 54.8% female, which is lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.9%, much higher than the state average of 73.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and American Indian & Alaska Native (6.5%, higher than the state average of 0.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.2%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 93Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 73Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 233.1 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $87,721Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 50Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $488,200Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.86Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.81Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 170 | 202 | 220 | 264 | 337 | 278 | 312 | 308 | 306 | 127 | 99 | 45 | 65 | 73 |
| Decennial Census | 220 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 93 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 37.4
Male Median Age: 40
Female Median Age: 36.3
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 9 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Female | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 10 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| White: | 79 | 88.76% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 2 | 2.25% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 6 | 6.74% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 2 | 2.25% |
| Total: | 89 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 42 | 45.16% | 40.0 years |
| Females: | 51 | 54.84% | 36.3 years |
| Total: | 93 | 100% | 37.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 73 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 73 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 73 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $87,721, which is markedly greater than the national median ($80,734), is up $46,929 (115.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $49,205. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 9.6%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (100.0%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,792 | $42,411 | $41,838 | $45,167 | $52,500 | $48,750 | $49,405 | $51,375 | $38,516 | $0 | $79,135 | $0 | $85,714 | $87,721 |
| Median Family Income | $92,656 | $92,578 | $0 | $46,333 | $46,667 | $49,706 | $58,173 | $61,538 | $60,625 | $0 | $79,615 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $40,708 | $42,321 | $41,691 | $41,333 | $0 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $48,625 | $51,324 | $51,528 | $41,875 | $0 | $29,231 | $28,839 | $28,824 | $31,012 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $21,250 | $0 | $23,145 | $0 | $24,712 | $24,000 | $24,167 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 7 | 9.59% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 66 | 90.41% |
| Total: | 73 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Service: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 7 | 100.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 7 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $488,200, which is considerably higher than the national median ($332,700), is up $455,100 (1,374.92%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $337,600. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $33,100 | $65,000 | $65,000 | $62,100 | $132,700 | $152,200 | $147,100 | $153,300 | $150,600 | $116,100 | $0 | $0 | $496,400 | $488,200 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 15 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 15 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $825 | $0 | $628 | $630 | $631 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 13 | 28.89% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 17 | 37.78% |
| Renter Occupied: | 15 | 33.33% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 45 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 45 | 45.92% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 53 | 54.08% |
| Total Housing Units: | 98 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 23 | 23.47% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 75 | 76.53% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 98 | 100% |
In 2024, 69.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 89.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 46.70 percentage points since 2011. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 9 | 12.33% |
| Some college, no degree: | 13 | 17.81% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 34 | 46.58% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 17 | 23.29% |
| Total: | 73 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 73 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 51 | 69.86% |
| Private Insurance: | 65 | 55.08% |
| Public Insurance: | 53 | 44.92% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 118 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 118 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 46.7% | 48.4% | 47.1% | 34.0% | 17.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 17 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 17 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 49722 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 5 business establishments, employing about 15 people with an annual payroll of $386,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 387Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 5Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $95,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $386,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 15Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 49722 is located in Emmet County, Michigan, within the Petoskey, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 37950) and Michigan's 1st Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 49722. It covers 0.399 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.213 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Petoskey, MISource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 37950Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.399 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.213 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 01Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 25027.75 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 2617900Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Conway CDP; MichiganSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 49722 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.