Myrtle Beach, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
37,214 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$347,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$499 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$986 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Horry County
6
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach Metro Area
6
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Horry County
7
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach Metro Area
7
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 3 0 48
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 7 0 79
Sep 5 0 73
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, SC State Senate District 33, SC State House District 107, SC
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Schools

Myrtle Beach Elementary
1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Myrtle Beach Middle
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Strand College of Hair Design
5 miles, E • 1 star
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Coastal Carolina University
9 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Conway Medical Center
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
3 miles, W • 2.3 star
Florence Regional Airport
58 miles, NW • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
68 miles, E • 1.4 star
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