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Jensen Beach, FL vs Myrtle Beach, SC

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Are people in Myrtle Beach older or younger than people in Jensen Beach?
- The Median Age in Myrtle Beach is 6.6 years younger than in Jensen Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Myrtle Beach or Jensen Beach?
- Myrtle Beach housing costs are 18.9% less expensive than Jensen Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Myrtle Beach or Jensen Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Myrtle Beach is 8.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Jensen Beach.

Things to do in Jensen Beach?
Jensen Beach, FL is an attractive village east of Stuart home to numerous wonderful sights including Indian River Lagoon Preserve exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or Tree Tops Park hosting fun activities like kayaking; they organize vibrant events like ArtsFest each October.

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.

 Jensen Beach, FLMyrtle Beach, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,116329,725,481
 Median Income$55,614  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$369,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Jensen Beach    6 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

Jensen Beach was once known as the "Pineapple Capital of the World" and still holds an annual pineapple festival. Jensen Beach also attracts several species of  More

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Over 13 years ago

Quiet  More

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Over 16 years ago

Most of the people appear to be on the red neck side. Very little is friendly about this area. I'm from the Midwest and this southern town that boast southern  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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