2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Norwood, MA vs Myrtle Beach, SC

Change Cities
Highlights
Are people in Myrtle Beach older or younger than people in Norwood?
- The Median Age in Myrtle Beach is 6.7 years older than in Norwood.

Are housing costs cheaper in Myrtle Beach or Norwood?
- Myrtle Beach housing costs are 51.4% less expensive than Norwood housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Myrtle Beach or Norwood?
- The average commute for residents of Myrtle Beach is 15.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Norwood.

Things to do in Norwood?
Norwood is an old mill town resting on the Neponset River valley in Massachusetts. It features beautiful natural landscapes perfect for camping or canoeing during summertime plus numerous shopping outlets like Legacy Place mall and Walpole Mall. There are also historic sites to explore such as Old Town Hall or Norwood Theatre plus concerts held at Memorial Hall throughout the year!

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.

 Norwood, MAMyrtle Beach, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,116329,725,481
 Median Income$96,414  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$616,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31.74  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Norwood    1 Reviews

Norwood is well run and has an excellent police and fire dept. Location is terrific. Halfway between Providence and Boston. 2 rail stations in the town convenience to  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Norwood

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

   |    Reply

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

   |    Reply

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

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Myrtle Beach


Premium Subscription
Includes Cost of Living compares for child care, utilities, transportation, health, taxes, housing for home owners vs renters, weather, insurance premiums and so much more.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.