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South Sumter, SC
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South Sumter, SC
At a Glance
How South Sumter Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Sumter's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Sumter a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Sumter residents earn a median household income of $42,708 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,166. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,305 business establishments, including 178 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Sumter is $69,100 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $210,391. Median rent is $783/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
South Sumter reports 789 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 108% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,676/100K.
Education
10.8% of adults in South Sumter hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 79.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Sumter has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.