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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Myrtle Beach, SC vs Scarborough, ME

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Are people in Scarborough older or younger than people in Myrtle Beach?
- The Median Age in Scarborough is 1.9 years older than in Myrtle Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Scarborough or Myrtle Beach?
- Scarborough housing costs are 87.8% more expensive than Myrtle Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Scarborough or Myrtle Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Scarborough is 2.6 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 Scarborough?
Scarborough is a town located in Cumberland County Maine with an estimated population around 19,100 people as of 2019. The area offers plenty attractions for visitors like its nearby beaches perfect for swimming or taking part in watersports plus there are several trails & pathways lined up throughout town ideal for those looking to explore some of Maine’s natural scenery .

 Myrtle Beach, SCScarborough, MEUnited States
 Population  Unlock21,857329,725,481
 Median Income$45,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock47.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$299,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%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 Scarborough    1 Reviews
Susan · El Dorado Hills, CA
Scarborough Maine is the best.
Over 3 years ago

We moved here from CA. We were tired of the crime and grime of the state of CA. We absolutely love Maine and Scarborough is a suburb of Portland ME and the dang cutest  More

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