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Myrtle Beach, SC vs Hackensack, NJ

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Are people in Hackensack older or younger than people in Myrtle Beach?
- The Median Age in Hackensack is 6.0 years younger than in Myrtle Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hackensack or Myrtle Beach?
- Hackensack housing costs are 25.3% more expensive than Myrtle Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hackensack or Myrtle Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Hackensack is 14.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Myrtle Beach.

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.

Things to do in Hackensack?
Hackensack, New Jersey is a city located in Bergen County. The city offers numerous parks and recreational opportunities including Hackensack Riverfront Park and Fields Pond Nature Preserve.

 Myrtle Beach, SCHackensack, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,723329,725,481
 Median Income$45,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$299,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.47  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Hackensack    3 Reviews

hello,welcome!  More

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Over 17 years ago

Hackensack has a big city feel but on a smaller scale-there are restaurants, shops to fit every lifestyle and taste. There are some negatives too. High property taxes-  More

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Over 19 years ago

Although becoming a more metro area, I do feel safe even during the late  More

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