North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is 19,343 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in South Carolina. The median household income is $72,111, the median home value is $371,900, and the median age is 60.8.
The population has grown 49.9% since 2010 (13,875 → 20,798).
19,343
Population
863
People / sq mi
$72,111
Median Income
$371,900
Median Home Value
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North Myrtle Beach covers 22.4 sq mi of land at 863 people per square mile.
About North Myrtle Beach, SC
North Myrtle Beach is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 73.9% of the population. With 19,343 residents, North Myrtle Beach is a city in South Carolina. It ranks #32 among cities in South Carolina by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $72,111 — below the US median of $78,538. Only 4.4% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $371,900, with typical rent around $1,171.
Roughly 39.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 16.5% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in North Myrtle Beach, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
North Myrtle Beach city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of North Myrtle Beach city had a population of 13,875 in 2010 and 20,798 in 2024, a 49.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,798 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.97%.
20,798
Population (2024)
13,875
Population (2010)
20,798
Peak (2024)
2.97%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,875 |
| 2011 | 14,130 |
| 2012 | 14,390 |
| 2013 | 14,707 |
| 2014 | 15,055 |
| 2015 | 15,471 |
| 2016 | 15,886 |
| 2017 | 16,258 |
| 2018 | 16,537 |
| 2019 | 16,819 |
| 2020 | 18,924 |
| 2021 | 19,337 |
| 2022 | 19,873 |
| 2023 | 20,347 |
| 2024 | 20,798 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.1% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$72,111
Median Household Income
$52,069
Per Capita Income
4.4%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$371,900
Median Home Value
$1,171
Median Rent
82.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.5%
High School+
39.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
71.4%
Public Transit
16.5%
Work From Home
22.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
73.9%
Foreign Born
92.6%
Non-English at Home
10.0%
Veterans
16.0%
With Disability
89.8%
Health Insurance
98.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 16.0% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.6% |
| Construction | 11.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Information | 10.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.8% |
| Manufacturing | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has a population of 19,343 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in South Carolina.
The median household income in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is $72,111, with 4.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is $371,900, with median monthly rent at $1,171 and a homeownership rate of 82.9%.
The median age in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is 60.8 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
The population has grown 49.9% since 2010 (13,875 → 20,798).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.