These Are The Drunkest Cities In South Carolina

Nobody drinks like they do in the south, and there’s no better example than in South Carolina. The Palmetto State is known for it’s great beaches, great college sports, and great drinkers. So whether you’re trying to have a fun night out with friends or just hitting a quick stop on your way home from work, these are the ten cities and towns where you can know that you’ll be able to get your fix.

Roadsnacks took a good long look into some of the most intoxicated places throughout the state and compiled some really interesting data, including looking Bars and Liquor stores per capita and, coincidentally (or not), the divorce rates in the area. There’s no population cut-off here so if you can booze with the best of ‘em, you’re included. As you’ll see, there are some towns that many of us may have never heard of before.

#10: Spartanburg

Population: 37,333
Divorce rate: 11.2%
Bars per capita: 14th
Liquor stores per capita: 15th

With a good mix of colleges and blue-collar folks, no surprise this city ends up on the list.

#9: Seneca

Population: 8,092
Divorce rate: 19%
Bars per capita: 20th
Liquor stores per capita: 18th

Just east of Clemson on Lake Keowee, this is a great spot to go day drink on your boat all afternoon long.

#8: Hilton Head

Population: 37,340
Divorce rate: 8%
Bars per capita: 5th
Liquor stores per capita: 21st

While the locals can sure drink with the best of ‘em, the influx of tourists definitely raises the ranking here.

#7: Greenville

Population: 59,261
Divorce rate: 12%
Bars per capita: 4th
Liquor stores per capita: 13th

You’re almost guaranteed to have a great time if you hit the town in Greenville. I’d recommend hitting a Swamp Rabbits game if you’re ever in the area and feel like drinking beer and watching hockey.

#6: Little River

Population: 9,650
Divorce rate: 15.6%
Bars per capita: 8th
Liquor stores per capita: 12th

Little River, South Carolina. Little River, little town, BIG bar scene.

#5: Columbia

Population: 129,757
Divorce rate: 8.7%
Bars per capita: 12th
Liquor stores per capita: 24th

The state capital representing the fifth spot on the list today. If you’re a USC alum, you know why.

#4: North Myrtle Beach

Population: 13,926
Divorce rate: 13.5%
Bars per capita: 3rd
Liquor stores per capita: 10th

Another party hotspot on the coast, and don’t worry, the sister city is coming up shortly.

#3: Bluffton

Population: 12,185
Divorce rate: 14%
Bars per capita: 6th
Liquor stores per capita: 3rd

Bluffton is a great place to stay if you want to spend the weekend at Hilton Head without paying Hilton Head prices.

#2: Myrtle Beach

Population: 27,433
Divorce rate: 12.1%
Bars per capita: 1st
Liquor stores per capita: 1st

As promised, Myrtle Beach makes an appearance. And trust me, I am just as shocked as you are that the city ranked #1 in bars per capita and liquor stores per capita only comes in second.

#1: Murrells Inlet

Population: 7,641
Divorce rate: 14.3%
Bars per capita: 2nd
Liquor stores per capita: 8th

Just south of Myrtle Beach, this small fishing town is outdoing their neighbors to the north by packing every bar, every night.