Increase your Buying Power

The Myrtle Beach area is currently in a buyer’s market along with most of the country.  With prices stable to falling is a great time to consider purchasing condos in Myrtle Beach.  Known for its 100 plus golf courses, tourist attractions, and cost of living Myrtle Beach is a top US vacation destination and retirement location.  For those from the north looking to vacation or relocate to Myrtle Beach SC, here are some comparisons to sway your decision:

Following table explanation:  $47,228 in Myrtle Beach has the equivalent buying power that $60,000 does in Baltimore.

Salary		Comparable Myrtle Beach Salary
Baltimore	$60,000	$47,228
D.C.	$60,000	$40,135
Philadelphia	$60,000	$45,260
NYC(Manhattan)	$60,000	$27,354

Percentages represent Myrtle Beach’s basic necessities compared to the cities listed.

	NYC	Baltimore	D.C.	Phila.
Groceries	29.8% - Less	4.6%- Less	7.5%-Less	19.0%-Less
Housing	78.6% - Less	47.3%- Less	62.8%-Less	44.5%-Less
Utilities	38.5% - Less	22.7%- Less	23.9%-Less	22.0%-Less
Transportation	16.9% - Less	10.6%- Less	10.9%-Less	10.2%-Less
Healthcare	26.2% - Less	9.5%- Less	14.7%-Less	15.4%-Less

*Data is provided by ACCRA for Myrtle Beach SC, Baltimore, MD, District of Columbia, Philadelphia and New York City.