North Myrtle Beach

Horry County, South Carolina

Population 383K |Median income $66,880 |5 hospitals

Population

383,016

Horry County

Median Income

$66,880

Near average

Median Home Value

$287,700

+26% vs avg

Median Age

48.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

383K+38%

Median Income

$66,880+58%

Median Home Value

$287,700+80%

Poverty Rate

13.2%-29%

Unemployment

4.9%-57%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,255/mo

Poverty Rate

13.2% -7% vs avg

Unemployment 4.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 27.1%

Work From Home 11%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 76.6%

African American 11.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

42%

Short Sleep Duration

34.6%

Obesity

32.3%

Physical Inactivity

25%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.8%

Diabetes

14.9%

Binge Drinking

14.7%

Current Smoking

14.6%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.6%

Dental Visit 63.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.3%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

TIDELANDS WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

MURRELLS INLET · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

MCLEOD LORIS HOSPITAL

LORIS · Acute Care Hospitals

★★★★☆

CONWAY MEDICAL CENTER

CONWAY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

GRAND STRAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

MYRTLE BEACH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — North Myrtle Beach Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of North Myrtle Beach, SC? ▼

North Myrtle Beach, SC has a population of 383,016 people, located in Horry County, South Carolina.

What is the median household income in North Myrtle Beach? ▼

The median household income in North Myrtle Beach, SC is $66,880 per year. The poverty rate is 13.2%.

What is the median home value in North Myrtle Beach? ▼

The median home value in North Myrtle Beach, SC is $287,700. Median rent is $1,255/month.

What are the top health concerns in North Myrtle Beach? ▼

The top health indicators in North Myrtle Beach include High Blood Pressure (42%), Short Sleep Duration (34.6%), Obesity (32.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in North Myrtle Beach? ▼

North Myrtle Beach has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in North Myrtle Beach? ▼

The median age in North Myrtle Beach, SC is 48.7 years. 27.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

North Myrtle Beach, SC is located in Horry County, South Carolina. With a population of 383K and a median household income of $66,880, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the North Myrtle Beach area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Horry County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.