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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Sumter, SC vs Helena, AL

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Are people in Helena older or younger than people in Sumter?
- The Median Age in Helena is 5.8 years older than in Sumter.

Are housing costs cheaper in Helena or Sumter?
- Helena housing costs are 104.3% more expensive than Sumter housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Helena or Sumter?
- The average commute for residents of Helena is 11.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Sumter.

Things to do in Sumter?
Sumter, South Carolina is situated in Sumter County providing tourists leisure areas such as Swan Lake Iris Gardens along with employment opportunities at Palmetto Health Tuomey plus entertainment opportunities at Smith-Collins Funeral Home Incorporated

Things to do in Helena?
Helena, AL is a vibrant town west of Birmingham boasting a variety of landmarks including Buck Creek State Park displaying its unique environment or Cahaba River Walk offering fun rides and tour opportunities; they organize vivid festivals like King's Fest every September.

 Sumter, SCHelena, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock20,680329,725,481
 Median Income$43,051  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$162,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.28  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Sumter    11 Reviews
Christopher · West Chester, PA
Great place to work and live
Over 3 years ago

I work in Sumter. I have been thoroughly impressed by the talent that lives in the area. Folks who get it done. In terms of a place to live. Though Sumter has a  More

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William · Conifer, CO
Stay away, or get out.
Over 6 years ago

About me: I lived in Sumter from birth to around 22 years old. I have since lived in many states, and currently reside in CO, and love it. I prefer towns smaller than  More

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SDM29154 · Sumter, SC
Great place for families
Over 14 years ago

We are a transplanted military family who always intended on retiring in Florida when we retired from the Air Force. We enjoy the small town feeling of Sumter and have  More

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Reviews for Helena    2 Reviews
Bp · Columbus, GA
Great Place to Live
Over 15 years ago

I raised my five children in Helena, Al 27 yrs ago when it was just one road and a few neighborhoods. Everytime I drive thru AL,I take the small detour thru Helena. It  More

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Barbara · Helena, AL
Helena
Over 18 years ago

I moved to Helena from Florida. Although I miss Florida, Helena is a nice little town to live in except for rush hour traffic. Life is very quiet in Helena and we have  More

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