Sumter, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
43,065 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,071 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$416 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$832 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumter County
7
Sumter Metro Area
7
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumter County
7
Sumter Metro Area
7
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 3 0 55
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, SC State Senate District 36, SC State House District 67, SC
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Schools

Wilson Hall
<1 miles, W • 5 star
Alice Drive Elementary
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Alice Drive Middle
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of South Carolina-Sumter
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Central Carolina Technical College
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Sumter Beauty College
3 miles, E • 1 star
Morris College
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Prisma Heath Tuomey Hospital
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
McLeod Health Clarendon
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
Kershawhealth
24 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
42 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
42 miles, E • 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
86 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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