Myrtle Beach, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Myrtle Beach Police Department serves the city of Myrtle Beach, SC in Horry County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,015 violent crimes and 15,040 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 277.1 per 100k residents, which is 160.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 443.3 per 100k, 171.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate277.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,015 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents309 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents412 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate52.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,418 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate443.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents15,040 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,198 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate365.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents12,650 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,156 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 277.1 | F | 8015 | 106.2 | +160.9% |
| Property Crime | 443.3 | F | 15040 | 163.6 | +171.0% |
| Rape | 7.6 | F | 309 | 3.5 | +113.8% |
| Robbery | 10.1 | F | 412 | 5.8 | +73.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 52.9 | F | 1418 | 22.3 | +137.6% |
| Burglary | 45.3 | F | 1198 | 24.0 | +88.7% |
| Larceny | 365.2 | F | 12650 | 116.4 | +213.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.7 | D | 1156 | 22.2 | +47.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Beach | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Conway | 16 miles | F 189.0 | C 154.0 | Violent: 31.8% lower Property: 65.3% lower |
| Aynor | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 94.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 78.7% lower |
| Loris | 16 miles | F 219.9 | B 146.6 | Violent: 20.6% lower Property: 66.9% lower |
| North Myrtle Beach | 16 miles | A 59.0 | D 211.6 | Violent: 78.7% lower Property: 52.3% lower |