North Myrtle Beach Population 2026
North Myrtle Beach has a population of 15,579, making it the #2997 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 565× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,579
Rank in United States
#2997
Coordinates
33.82°N, 78.68°W
~2 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
584 km
363 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near North Myrtle Beach
- Myrtle Beach31,035 people · ~24 km away
- Socastee19,952 people · ~33 km away
- Conway21,053 people · ~34 km away
- Leland17,924 people · ~76 km away
- Wilmington115,933 people · ~82 km away
- Lumberton21,667 people · ~94 km away
FAQ
What is the population of North Myrtle Beach?
North Myrtle Beach has a population of 15,579 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2997 biggest city in United States.
What state is North Myrtle Beach in?
North Myrtle Beach is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is North Myrtle Beach the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 584 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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