Is Myrtle Beach low class?

Myrtle Beach earned that reputation, locals say, because of how the region has long attracted blue-collar or lower-income vacationers than more “well to do” destinations. Yet, today, it is widely seen as an achievement that Myrtle Beach remains an affordable destination compared to many other popular locales.



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So why is this famous beach community so affordable? Because the city has a dark side as well. The violent crime rate in Myrtle Beach is more than four times the national average, according to the most recent FBI data. That's brought home prices down.

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The beaches are huge and very nice for a couple of afternoons of beach time. Bad, in that the city is much too honky tonk for my taste. Too many tee shirt shops, amusement parks, mini golf courses and the like.

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The cost of living in Myrtle Beach, SC is 2% lower than the state average and 8% lower than the national average. Myrtle Beach, SC housing is 32% cheaper than the U.S average, while utilities are about 17% pricier.

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The reason Myrtle Beach has a lower median home value than other popular cities in the region is largely due to the number of tourists in the area. Many of the residents have turned their homes into Air BnBs and vacation rentals, which has slightly lowered the housing market.

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In fact, the city has emerged as one of the best seaside communities in the U.S. (and not just for retirees). Of course, near-perfect beach weather and low cost of living is always bound to draw newcomers, but Myrtle Beach has plenty more to offer — especially if you're down with the tourism economy.

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The area has a nickname, Dirty Myrtle which refers to anything between a type of drink to a mud run. But over the last decade, the nickname's meaning has slipped away from local leaders control over marketing towards the numerous swimming advisories that warn visitors of the poor water quality along the beach.

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Our 35,000-plus permanent residents and millions of visitors enjoy the wide beaches, the warm weather and an incredible range of entertainment, nightlife, golf, shopping, dining and live theatre.

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Yes, you can walk on the beach at night in Myrtle Beach, however, there is a curfew in effect from midnight to 6am for juveniles under age 18.

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Myrtle Beach is generally more affordable, and you'll find a ton of new builds in the area.

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