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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Sumter, SC vs Houma, LA

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Are people in Houma older or younger than people in Sumter?
- The Median Age in Houma is 4.0 years older than in Sumter.

Are housing costs cheaper in Houma or Sumter?
- Houma housing costs are 0.3% more expensive than Sumter housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Houma or Sumter?
- The average commute for residents of Houma is 2.6 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 Houma?
Houma LA lies just south Louisiana offering easy access to Grand Isle State Park perfect for camping near one the area’s most scenic locations plus a selection of seasonal festivals like Mardi Gras & Cajun Music Festival providing entertainment for all ages.

 Sumter, SCHouma, LAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,461329,725,481
 Median Income$43,051  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$162,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%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 Houma    4 Reviews
Bryan · Artondale, WA
Living in Houma
Over 7 years ago

I lived in Houma from 2 years of age until 61. If you love fishing, eating fried/boiled seafood, and enjoy hot humid weather, this is your town. Except for having easy  More

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Kelly · Houma, LA
Southern boredom
Over 16 years ago

Houma has absolutely nothing to  More

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Walter · Houma, LA
Climate
Over 17 years ago

Hot summers; significant hurricanes and tropical storms about once every 5  More

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