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Algonquin, IL vs Myrtle Beach, SC

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Are people in Myrtle Beach older or younger than people in Algonquin?
- The Median Age in Myrtle Beach is 3.7 years older than in Algonquin.

Are housing costs cheaper in Myrtle Beach or Algonquin?
- Myrtle Beach housing costs are 9.6% less expensive than Algonquin housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Myrtle Beach or Algonquin?
- The average commute for residents of Myrtle Beach is 20.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Algonquin.

Things to do in Algonquin?
Algonquin, IL is a beautiful small village situated along the Fox River where you can experience quaint downtown dining and shopping. It has multiple golf courses scattered around that provide fantastic views of the surrounding nature as well as trails that are great for biking or simply taking a leisurely stroll.

Things to do in Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach, SC is located along South Carolina’s Grand Strand boasting pristine beaches and some of the best golfing in the nation while still providing easy access to local amenities.

 Algonquin, ILMyrtle Beach, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,116329,725,481
 Median Income$115,346  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$331,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time36.42  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Algonquin    4 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

Algonquin has really changed and grown, especially west algonquin. Politically though it leans conservative. That has not changed. People are nice though and they are  More

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Over 15 years ago

This town is practically Mayberry as far as crime goes.  More

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Over 18 years ago

Algonquin is a far northwest suburb of Chicago north of Elgin IL off of I90. The western part of Algonquin has shown significant growth and expansion over the past few  More

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Reviews for Myrtle Beach    56 Reviews

Coming from Massachusetts and New York state, I loved the weather, beach and change of lifestyle. Being an outgoing friendly person I met some nice people here along  More

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We were looking for a new city, and Myrtle Beach had had enough press that we were curious to check it out. A 30something and 40something couple, both of us have  More

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If I could give 4.5 instead of 5 I would because Id like to see the traffic flow better with more red lights and see more money put in to landscaping the roadways and  More

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