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Local Area Information:
What we
refer to as the "Grand Strand" of Coastal N. E. South Carolina has long been
known as one of the country's best summer / winter vacation destinations;
however many have decided to live this lifestyle year round, once they
experience some time here.
The
Grand Strand has over 50 miles of easy access beaches, recreational facilities,
employment / business opportunities and attractions combined with the warm
climate and low cost of living make it too good to resist.
Click below on our Zip Code to view an area map:
29576
The following information is from
The
Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce:
Population
260,000 (2002 census)
Geography 2,290 sq miles Includes Horry and Georgetown Counties from the
North Carolina State Line at Little River south through North Myrtle Beach,
Myrtle Beach, Socastee, Surfside Beach, Garden City, Murrells Inlet,
Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island, Georgetown City to the Santee River at the
Georgetown County Line.
Average
Temperature 64 degrees, less than 10 days of frost, less than 10 days over
95 degrees.
Ocean
Water temperature 64 degrees in April, as high as 86 degrees in July thru
September.
Mainly
Sunny days = 215, Days with some rain = 117
Distance
from major cities:
Atlanta,
GA
357 miles
Miami, FL
679 miles
New York City 637 miles
Washington, DC 419 miles
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