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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Myrtle Beach, SC vs New Paltz, NY

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Are people in New Paltz older or younger than people in Myrtle Beach?
- The Median Age in New Paltz is 19.5 years younger than in Myrtle Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in New Paltz or Myrtle Beach?
- New Paltz housing costs are 73.9% more expensive than Myrtle Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, New Paltz or Myrtle Beach?
- The average commute for residents of New Paltz is 13.0 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 New Paltz?
New Paltz, NY is a vibrant village located in the Hudson Valley with historic sites such as Huguenot Street Historic District or Minnewaska State Park Preserve filled with trails and lakes. The downtown district provides plenty of entertainment options including bars, restaurants and cafes while the area surrounding New Paltz also offers some unique shopping venues like Mohonk Antique Marketplace.

 Myrtle Beach, SCNew Paltz, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,421329,725,481
 Median Income$45,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock26.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$299,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.47  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Myrtle Beach    56 Reviews
Gabe · Murrells Inlet, SC
Change isn't always good
Over 5 years ago

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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Samira · Wilmington, NC
Yes to The Carolinas But No to Myrtle
Over 6 years ago

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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Melissa · Myrtle Beach, SC
Pro's and Con's of living in Myrtle Beach
Over 7 years ago

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 New Paltz    1 Reviews
Rachel · Highland, NY
Nice place to raise a family- not great for work
Over 5 years ago

I have lived in New Paltz my entire life, but I plan on moving for work. The good: Outdoor activities -Miles and miles of carriage trails for hiking, biking and  More

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