142 movers in Sumter
J&R Moving Service
"I would have given a 0 if I could. I was told they do not outsource to a third party. That was a lie. When I received my things I found out from the third party delivery that J&R had an issue with the truck & there was a lot of water damage. I tri..."
Majic Movers
"Hired these movers to unload U box into home. They dropped and shattered my Italian marble dining room table. They admitted fault. But it has been 7 weeks with no compensation or replacement. The owner [NAME EDIT] has one excuse after another."
Marrins Mooving
"Absolute nightmare experience. We were mislead and mistreated. Way too much damage to brand new home and our property. Too upset to even begin to go into detail. Would not recommend to anyone to utilize them, unfortunately"
Beyond Moving and Transportation LLC
"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! Two weeks after I scheduled and paid for half of the move, my husband unexpectedly died. As a result myself and our 4 children were no longer moving. At this time there was still 2.5 months before the move was scheduled to..."
Victory Movers LLC
"Adam and chad were my movers and whom i am giving the 5 stars to. They were professional, flexible and extremely helpful. They worked with our schedule and challenges. They kept in contact to let us know how they were progressing with the drive. I..."
Excel Moving and Storage
"-Had a great first experience with this company -Guys were nice this time & had no quarrels BUT.. -This time they were on their phones throughout the move-in -Took 6 hours to move small amount of stuff from Raleigh to Durham -Charged us an ex..."
Coastal Moving Co
"Ditto the negative star comment of another customer. My husband and I are both AD military and we moved overseas for the first time. This company lost the majority of our household goods, which included most of our "high value items," such as Wate..."
What to know when moving to Sumter, SC
TL;DR: Sumter at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 41.6% of residents are renters and the median household income is $48,845.
- The Major Draw:
- Affordable housing with a median gross rent of $951.
- The Reality Check:
- A poverty rate of 16.6% suggests economic challenges for some residents.
- Commute:
- Only 0.2% commute via public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for around $951/month in rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
With a population of 38,525, Sumter presents a mix of renters and homeowners, with 41.6% of the population renting their homes. The education level is moderate, with 24.1% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The area's economic profile features a median household income of $48,845, but also a notable poverty rate of 16.6%, suggesting a diverse economic landscape.
Probably not your spot if you prefer a strong public transit system, as only 0.2% of residents use it for commuting.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $951, making it relatively affordable.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $157,000, which is lower than many urban areas.
- The community has a poverty rate of 16.6%, reflecting some economic challenges.
- With 41.6% of residents renting, there is a significant percentage of renters in the area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data for South Carolina shows a mixed landscape for safety.
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 384.8 per 100k, compared to the national rate of 325.3 per 100k, showing an 18.3% higher rate than the national average.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1698.2 per 100k, higher than the national average of 1546.9 per 100k, reflecting a 9.8% increase over the national figure.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has decreased by 40.1% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for South Carolina).
Schools & Higher Ed
Sumter has access to several educational institutions, providing opportunities for higher education.
- Postsecondary institutions: 3
- With College Scorecard data: 3
- Notable schools include Central Carolina Technical College, Morris College, and the University of South Carolina-Sumter.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES.
Weather & Getting Outside
While climate data is unavailable, Sumter has several parks and outdoor spaces to enjoy.
- Patriot Park - 4.6 stars from 561 reviews
- Julia Lester Dillon Park - 4.5 stars from 449 reviews
- Palmetto Park - 4.6 stars from 332 reviews
- Sumter Museum - 4.7 stars from 138 reviews
Source: Google Places API.
