Surfside Beach, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Horry County County
Surfside Beach, SC
At a Glance
How Surfside Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Surfside Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Surfside Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Surfside Beach residents earn a median household income of $74,202 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,610. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,484 business establishments, including 1,398 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Surfside Beach is $412,100 , 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $362,259. Median rent is $1,274/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Surfside Beach reports 228 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,805/100K.
Education
40.4% of adults in Surfside Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above the national average). 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Surfside Beach has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.