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Grand Strand Facts & Figures

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  • Three consecutive “Top Places To Retire” – WALL STREET JOURNAL and MONEY
  • Preferred community for retirement or second homes by SEARCHERS
  • Top Three Family Resorts – SOUTHERN LIVING
  • #1 Beach Destination – BYWAYS MAGAZINE
Weather
The Myrtle Beach Area is blessed with the perfect blend of seasonal temperatures… ideal beach weather in the Summer; pleasant Springs, warm  Autumn breezes and with only 42 frost days, no “hard winters”. The Grand Strand has an average of 215 sunny days and an average temperature of 64°F.

Average Temperatures
January – 56° July – 91°
February – 60° August – 89°
March – 68° September – 85°
April – 76° October – 77°
May – 83° November – 69°
June – 88° December – 60°

Horry County Population
Total 1998 – 174,762
Estimated 2000 – 180,600
Estimated 2010 – 225,800

Horry County Households (1990 Census)
Married Couples With Children – 25%
Married Couples Without Children – 34%
Single Head Of Household With Children – 8%
Single Head Of Household Without Children – 7%

Voter Registration
Proof of residence and identification must be provided 30 days in advance to allow you to exercise your privilege of voting. In Horry County, call (843) 248-1382.

Utilities
For fast, efficient service, call:
Water/Sewer (843) 448-1686
Electricity (843) 448-2411
Telephone (843) 448-2411
Natural Gas (843) 236-6413

Arts & Culture
Call The Horry Cultural Arts Council for an expansive list of museums, centers for performing and fine arts, and nature centers. The number is 1-800-868-ARTS.

Driving Distances to Myrtle Beach
Atlanta – 356 miles
Boston – 847 miles
Charleston, WV – 429 miles
Charlotte – 179 miles
Columbia, SC – 138 miles
New York – 661 miles
Philadelphia – 550 miles
Raleigh, NC – 171 miles
Washington – 423 miles

Houses of Worship
There are literally hundreds. For a list, Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-356-3016.

Emergencies
Horry and Georgetown Counties utilize the 911 emergency phone system, and each municipality has their own number.
Horry County”s emergency numbers:
Fire Department (843) 248-1223
Police Department (843) 444-1521

Safety & Littering
Littering is illegal. No glass containers are allowed on our beaches. Discharging fireworks in the city limits of area municipalities is illegal.

Annual Residential Construction
Single Family 2,090
Multi Family 3,138

Average Length of Stay
1-3 nights – 32.4%
4-7 nights – 57.1%
8+ nights – 10.5%

Education
Newcomers will find both quality and quantity here. The Horry County School District supports more than 40 elementary and high schools.
Horry County School District (843) 248-2206
Coastal Carolina University 1-800-277-7000
Horry/Georgetown Technical College (843) 347-3186
North American Institute of Aviation (843) 397-9111
Webster University (843) 497-3677
Fortune School of Real Estate (843) 236-1131
 

Airport
Annually among the fastest growing U.S., Myrtle Beach International can connect you with the rest of the world, with a variety of airlines and schedules, linking with every major hub nationwide.

Auto Registration
A South Carolina license tag must be secured within 30 days of relocation. You”ll need to provide a paid tax receipt, proof of insurance, your title and $24 registration fee. As far as your actual license goes, out of state drivers licenses are valid  for 90 days, then, a visual exam, social security card and $10 gets you an SC drivers license.

For more information, call 800-442-1368

Hospitals
Hospitals are all around you. Here is a listing:
Conway Hospital (843) 626-9461
Coastal Carolina Hospital (843) 347-7156
Grand Strand Hospital (843) 449-4411
Georgetown Hospital (843) 527-7000
Loris Hospital (843) 456-4011

Public/Civic Agencies
Dozens of Civic Clubs, plus… Grand Strand YMCA; North Myrtle Beach Community Center; Myrtle Beach Recreation Center; Surfside Beach Civic Center; Senior Center

State Traffic Laws
Seat belts must be worn at all times. Motorcycles must use headlights at all times. Children under 6 must be restrained at all times in a moving vehicle. Right turns can be made on red, unless otherwise posted.

Public Beach Access
Public beach access has been generously provided at hundreds of locations. There are several, however, that are special, offering beachgoing wheelchairs. For more information, call (843) 626-7645, extension 129.

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