Sumter County, AL Economy


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Sumter, AL County is a great place to live. It offers an affordable cost of living with two bedroom rents at $900, which is much lower than the US average of $1,430. The grocery cost index in Sumter is also lower than the US at 94 compared to 100. The county offers many job opportunities and is home to several local companies such as Bright Well & Supply, HomeTown Pharmacy and Sumter Regional Hospital. It offers plenty of outdoor activities and recreational opportunities for families and individuals alike.

Sumter County has an unemployment rate of 4.2%. The US average is 6.0%.

Sumter County has seen the job market decrease by -3.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 14.2%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Sumter County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Sumter County is 8.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Sumter County is 5.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Sumter County
- The average income of a Sumter County resident is $17,481 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Sumter County resident is $27,099 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySumter, AlabamaUnited States
  4.26
  -2.7%-6.2%
  14.2%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  5.0%4.6%
  $17,481$37,638
  $27,099$69,021
  $43,402$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.8%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  5.8%6.8%
  13.3%10.0%
  1.3%2.5%
  13.5%11.0%
  3.7%4.8%
  0.3%0.8%
  1.4%1.9%
  1.1%4.7%
  0.9%1.9%
  0.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  2.1%4.2%
  18.2%9.3%
  12.5%14.0%
  2.6%2.1%
  9.6%7.0%
  4.6%4.8%
  5.5%4.7%
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