Sumter, SC Cost of Living


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Sumter cost of living score
79.2
Less expensive
20.8% lower
than the US average
11.3% lower
than the South Carolina average
Sumter, South Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.8% lower than the U.S. average and 11.3% higher than the average for South Carolina.

Sumter, SC

Housing costs in Sumter?
A typical home costs $162,000, which is 52.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 37.7% less expensive than the average South Carolina home, at $259,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sumter costs $1,030 per month, which is 28.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Sumter?
To live comfortably in Sumter, South Carolina, a minimum annual income of $30,960 for a family, and $33,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sumter?
The cost of living in Sumter, SC is relatively affordable compared to other cities and towns. According to Sperling's Best Places, the overall cost of living index in Sumter is only 84, which is 16% lower than the U.S. average. This means that housing costs are particularly advantageous with a home costing approximately 24% less than the national average. Additionally, utilities and healthcare are also much more affordable than other parts of the country. This combination of affordability makes Sumter an attractive choice for those who want to enjoy a high quality of life at a price that won't break the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSumterSouth CarolinaUnited States
  79.289.3100.0
  92.995.8100
  105.0102.7100.0
  49.876.6100.0
  $162,000$259,900$338,100
  98.1%103.9%100.0%
  80.286.8100.0
  75.176.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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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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Over 5 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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Over 13 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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