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Myrtle Beach, SC
Myrtle Beach · SC 29577
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$380K
Median Price
20/100
Walk Score
8.5/10
Schools
30 min
to Myrtle Beach downtown
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
85/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
20/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
Myrtle Beach’s 29577 ZIP offers solid public schools, beachside living, and relatively low flood risk, making it a solid choice for families and retirees. The cost of living is higher than many inland suburbs, and seasonal tourism can bring traffic and higher insurance costs, but the community’s amenities balance these trade‑offs.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Direct beach access
- ✓Low flood zone risk
- ✓Robust rental market
Real Talk
- !Higher cost of living and property taxes
- !Seasonal tourism leads to traffic spikes and higher insurance premiums
- !Limited public transit options
- !Susceptibility to hurricanes and associated damage
- $Elevated homeowner insurance due to hurricane risk
- $Higher utility costs from beach‑climate cooling
- $Potential for costly roof and exterior maintenance in coastal conditions
Best For
FamiliesRetireesVacation homeownersRemote workers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Myrtle Beach, SC
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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