Amarillo, TX vs Myrtle Beach, SC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Amarillo
76.9
#294 nationally
Myrtle Beach
67.2
#1454 nationally
Amarillo leads in crime level (18.9 vs 30.5). Amarillo leads in median household income ($60,628 vs $50,558). Amarillo leads in cost of living index (93 vs 104).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Amarillo, TX | Myrtle Beach, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.9 (#294) | 67.2 (#1454) |
| Population | 202,408 | 39,697 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $212,025 | $324,532 |
| Median Household Income | $60,628 | $50,558 |
| Average Commute | 18.5 min | 18.5 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 18.9 | 30.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+44.4 | R+38.5 |
C
76.9 Score
Amarillo, TX
Growing Texas city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$212,025
Population
202,408
Crime
High
Walk Score
40
Southwest
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D+
67.2 Score
Myrtle Beach, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$324,532
Population
39,697
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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