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Myrtle Beach

60 miles of coast, world-class golf, entertainment, and low South Carolina taxes.

Welcome to Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach is the heart of South Carolina's Grand Strand, one of the East Coast's most popular beach destinations, famous for 60 miles of sandy shoreline, world-class golf, and endless entertainment. From the iconic boardwalk and SkyWheel to dozens of championship golf courses, shopping, dining, and shows, there's always something to do. Beyond the tourism, it's a growing, affordable place to live, with South Carolina's low taxes and a warm coastal climate drawing steady demand. Homes range from oceanfront condos and beach cottages to golf communities, gated neighborhoods, and newer construction across a wide range of prices. Strong tourism keeps vacation-rental demand high for investment buyers. If you want beach living with abundant amenities, golf, entertainment, and genuine value in a fast-growing coastal market, Myrtle Beach offers one of the most accessible and popular lifestyles on the Carolina coast.

Grande Dunes

A gated Myrtle Beach resort community with two golf courses, an Ocean Club, and a marina.

The Dunes

An established oceanside neighborhood built around the historic Dunes Golf & Beach Club.

Overview for Myrtle Beach, SC

172,796 people live in Myrtle Beach, where the median age is 46.1 and the average individual income is $38,984. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

172,796

Total Population

46.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$38,984

Average individual Income

Around Myrtle Beach, SC

There's plenty to do around Myrtle Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

10

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

32

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including One Stop Grocery and Smoke Shop, Benchmark Distributing, and Sun Mart.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the One Stop Grocery and Smoke Shop page on Yelp Search 404 George Bishop Pkwy on Google Maps	Dining	0.89 miles	2 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the Benchmark Distributing page on Yelp Search 217 Bush Dr on Google Maps	Dining	0.99 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Sun Mart page on Yelp Search 102 George Bishop Pkwy on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.14 miles	1 review	3/5 stars
Visit the Forestbrook Grocery page on Yelp Search 1272 Forestbrook Rd on Google Maps	Dining	1.21 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Oasis Bookstore page on Yelp Search 557 George Bishop Pkwy on Google Maps	Shopping	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Step Back Into Time page on Yelp Search 1040 US HWY 17 BUS on Google Maps	Shopping	0.91 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Arinae page on Yelp Search 3243 Waccamaw Blvd on Google Maps	Shopping	1.21 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Dillard's page on Yelp Search 100 Coastal Grand Cir on Google Maps	Shopping	1.22 miles	21 reviews	3.9/5 stars
Visit the Golf Galaxy page on Yelp Search Coastal Grand Mall on Google Maps	Shopping	1.23 miles	4 reviews	2.3/5 stars
Visit the Grand Strand Hurricanes Wrestling Club page on Yelp Search 568 George Bishop Pkwy on Google Maps	Active	0.44 miles	2 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pro's Choice page on Yelp Search 3930 Wesley St on Google Maps	Active	0.77 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Gymnastics page on Yelp Search 579 Burcale Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.85 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Rosemary Coin Machine page on Yelp Search 2961 Drywall Dr on Google Maps	Active	1.05 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Green Coin Machine Distributing page on Yelp Search 2961 Drywall Dr on Google Maps	Active	1.05 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Cheer Extreme Myrtle Beach page on Yelp Search 3071 Waccamaw Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.2 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Golf Academy of the Carolina's page on Yelp Search 3268 Waccamaw Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.32 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the VVS Nail Boutique page on Yelp Search 568 George Bishop Pkwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.44 miles	4 reviews	3/5 stars
Visit the Blade Free Zone Waxing Studio page on Yelp Search 568 George Bishop Pkwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.44 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Beautiful Beginnings Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 3926 Wesley St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.8 miles	1 review	1/5 stars
Visit the Nature Skin Care page on Yelp Search 3926 Wesley St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.85 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Charming Creations Hair & More page on Yelp Search 2485 Highway 17 Byp S on Google Maps	Beauty	0.94 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hero Tattoo page on Yelp Search 540 Piedmont Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.95 miles	11 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Eclipse page on Yelp Search 2997 Waccamaw Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.27 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Benefit Cosmetics Brow Bar page on Yelp Search 710 Coastal Grand Cir on Google Maps	Beauty	1.29 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Myrtle Beach, SC

Population Households Employment

Myrtle Beach has 71,112 households, with an average household size of 2.328. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Myrtle Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 172,796 people call Myrtle Beach home. The population density is 1,317 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

172,796

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

46.1 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

71,112

Total Households

2.328

Average Household Size

$38,984

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Myrtle Beach, SC

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The following schools are within or nearby Myrtle Beach. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Featured Listings

Pending
$3,985,000

9185 Marina Pkwy., Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 6,010 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$3,689,000

9169 Marina Pkwy., Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,694 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$3,389,000

9329 Marina Pkwy., Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,194 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,795,000

6005 Bolsena Place, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,762 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,485,000

396 Posada Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,497 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,197,500

5310 N Ocean Blvd. Unit: 703, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,278 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$1,175,000

5310 N Ocean Blvd. Unit: 301, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,987 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$899,900

7221 Spoleto Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,818 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$735,000

5310 N Ocean Blvd. Unit: 207, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,700 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$715,000

868 Crystal Water Way, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,940 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$684,900

936 Shipmaster Ave., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,767 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$649,000

2851 McLeod Ln., Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,440 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$599,000

101 Ocean Creek Dr. Unit: EE5, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,100 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$585,000

101 Ocean Creek Dr. Unit: EE9, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,100 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$557,000

2435 Goldfinch Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,148 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$529,900

1204 Prescott Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,239 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$525,000

2665 Blue Crane Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,477 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$509,000

1620 Villena Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,156 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$499,900

294 Ashepoo Creek Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,691 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$499,000

6001-MH32A S Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 1,655 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$449,900

813 Covelo Ln., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,481 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$429,000

1313 Villa Marbella Ct. Unit: 4-303, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,765 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$384,900

8121 Amalfi Pl. Unit: 4-404, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,997 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$349,900

872 Brenda Pl., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,302 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$349,000

8121 Amalfi Pl. Unit: PH 4-1202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,294 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$334,900

2500 N Ocean Blvd. Unit: 1501, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,248 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$299,900

9661 Shore Dr. Unit: C5, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 924 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$289,900

8042 Clearfield Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,921 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$288,000

202 73rd Ave. N Unit: 1449/1450, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,050 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$284,900

2402 Highway 15, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 1,820 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$274,900

7372 Springside Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,688 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$272,900

6628 Cinnamon Fern Ln., Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,207 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$260,000

1025 World Tour Blvd. Unit: 206, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,532 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$249,900

4637 Teakwood Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,443 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$245,000

5300 N Ocean Blvd. Unit: 614, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 1 Bath
- 468 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$244,900

301 Shelby Lawson Dr. Unit: 104, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,310 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$239,000

6697 Wisteria Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,300 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$235,000

253 Seabert Rd. Unit: 253, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,268 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$230,000

218 Brackish Dr. Unit: Lot 708, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,437 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$229,900

107 S Ocean Blvd. Unit: 208, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 721 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$224,900

1605 S Ocean Blvd. Unit: 407, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 950 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$220,900

616 Waterway Village Blvd. Unit: 24E, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 905 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$219,000

415 Ocean Creek Dr. Unit: 2331, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 969 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$199,000

2225 Clearwater Dr. Unit: 2225-B, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,200 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$185,000

415 Ocean Creek Dr. Unit: 2418, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
- 1 Bed
- 2 Baths
- 698 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$179,900

1200 N Ocean Blvd. Unit: 1011, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 523 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$179,900

2257 Huntingdon Dr. Unit: G, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,170 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$170,000

135 Butkus Dr. Unit: 2, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,301 Sq.Ft.
Pending
$169,900

120 Olde Towne Way Unit: 5, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,408 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
$137,000

1356 Glenns Bay Rd. Unit: 208-I, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 857 Sq.Ft.