Burton, SC vs North Myrtle Beach, SC

Burton is moderately more affordable than North Myrtle Beach, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Burton scores 89 compared to 99 for North Myrtle Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Myrtle Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Burton is $1,281/month compared to $1,171/month in North Myrtle Beach — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while North Myrtle Beach has cheaper rent, Burton actually has lower median home values ($198,300 vs $371,900).

Median household income in Burton is $57,315 compared to $72,111 in North Myrtle Beach (-20.5%). While North Myrtle Beach is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Burton spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, more than the 19.5% in North Myrtle Beach.

Climate-wise, Burton is notably warmer with an average of 67.2°F compared to 64°F in North Myrtle Beach. North Myrtle Beach receives more rainfall at 48.5" per year compared to 45" in Burton.