Briarcliffe Acres, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
499 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$182,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$760,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$847 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,361 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Horry County
6
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach Metro Area
6
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Horry County
7
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach Metro Area
7
South Carolina
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 3 0 48
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 7 0 79
Sep 6 0 74
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Risen Christ Christian Academy
<1 miles, NE · 5star
Riverside Elementary
5 miles, NE · 2.8star
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Colleges

Horry-Georgetown Technical College
15 miles, NW · 1.4star
Coastal Carolina University
15 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Conway Medical Center
15 miles, W · 3.2star
McLeod Loris Hospital
20 miles, N · 5star
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Airports

Wilmington International Airport
59 miles, E · 1.4star
Florence Regional Airport
62 miles, NW · 1star
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