Sumter

SC

Sumter County, South Carolina

Population 105K |Median income $56,693 |1 hospital

Population
104,725
Sumter County
Median Income
$56,693
-17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$165,300
-27% vs avg
Median Age
38
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
105K-3%
Median Income
$56,693+37%
Median Home Value
$165,300+54%
Poverty Rate
16.6%-7%
Unemployment
6.3%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,057/mo
Poverty Rate
16.6% +17% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.5%
Work From Home 4.5%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

African American 46%
White 44.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
42.7%
Short Sleep Duration
41.9%
High Blood Pressure
41.6%
Physical Inactivity
27.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Diabetes
15.8%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.7%
Binge Drinking
13.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.9%
Dental Visit 59.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
4.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
PRISMA HEALTH TUOMEY HOSPITAL
SUMTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Sumter Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Sumter, SC? ▼
Sumter, SC has a population of 104,725 people, located in Sumter County, South Carolina.
What is the median household income in Sumter? ▼
The median household income in Sumter, SC is $56,693 per year. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
What is the median home value in Sumter? ▼
The median home value in Sumter, SC is $165,300. Median rent is $1,057/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sumter? ▼
The top health indicators in Sumter include Obesity (42.7%), Short Sleep Duration (41.9%), High Blood Pressure (41.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sumter? ▼
Sumter has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sumter? ▼
The median age in Sumter, SC is 38 years. 23.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sumter, SC is located in Sumter County, South Carolina. With a population of 105K and a median household income of $56,693, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sumter area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sumter County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.