Clovis, NM vs Myrtle Beach, SC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Clovis
78.1
#195 nationally
Myrtle Beach
67.2
#1454 nationally
Myrtle Beach leads in walk score (43 vs 33). Clovis leads in crime level (23.7 vs 30.5). Clovis leads in cost of living index (92 vs 104).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clovis, NM | Myrtle Beach, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#195) | 67.2 (#1454) |
| Population | 37,612 | 39,697 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $163,292 | $324,532 |
| Median Household Income | $52,983 | $50,558 |
| Average Commute | 17 min | 18.5 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 23.7 | 30.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+42.6 | R+38.5 |
C+
78.1 Score
Clovis, NM
Small New Mexico city with local appeal
Median Home
$163,292
Population
37,612
Crime
High
Walk Score
33
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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