Rental GuideSumter, SC

Sumter rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,295

Year Over Year Change

-1%

$19

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Sumter apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

35%

$751 - $1,500

54%

$0 - $750

35%

54%

How has rent in Sumter, SC changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Sumter, SC, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,295, which is a 1.38% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Sumter, SC is about $991. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Sumter, SC is $995, and studios are about $1,000 per month.

See more Sumter, SC rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Sumter, SC?

schools

17,601

students

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Who lives in Sumter, SC?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

30%

20-34

23%

35-44

10%

45-64

21%

65+

15%

Language

English

92%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

11%

High School

52%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Sumter, SC?

Families

44% Families

56% Single

Property

50% Renters

50% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

31%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Sumter, SC?

Sumter locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Sumter is through Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 95.54 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

0/10

FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Scores for Sumter are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Sumter, SC

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Sumter, 76% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Sumter

Pet friendly

88%Satisfaction rating

Affordable housing

64%Satisfaction rating

Quality schools

64%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Parks & recreation

Weather

Job market

Public transportation

Nightlife

Cost of living

Dating scene

Parks & recreation

52%

Weather

48%

Job market

39%

Public transportation

39%

Nightlife

27%

Cost of living

27%

Dating scene

12%

52%

48%

39%

27%

12%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Sumter, SC?

The overall cost of living in Sumter, SC is 8% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Sumter you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $2.60 per carton, and milk $4.75. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $95.73 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.