Cost of living in Sumter

Sumter, United States is Expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1872 for one person and $4415 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Sumter compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Sumter is 31% more expensive overall.

How does Sumter compare to your city?

Sumter is 49% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Sumter is, on average, 56% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Sumter?

Who is Sumter a good fit for?

Sumter tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Sumter so expensive?

The primary driver of Sumter's high cost is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall living expenses.

Is food expensive in Sumter?

Food costs in Sumter are 17% higher compared to the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Sumter?

Public transport in Sumter is 40% lower than the European benchmark, making it more affordable.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1872 $
Without Rent
727 $
Rent & Utilities
1145 $
Food
558 $
Transport
45 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2514 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
43.5K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 19.8 $
Dinner 60.2 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 12 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.51 $
Capuccino 5.96 $
Coke, 330ml 1.92 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.79 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.76 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.33 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.84 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.42 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.74 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.2 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.61 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.97 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.06 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.4 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.99 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.85 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.66 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.2 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.64 $
Cigarette pack 7.04 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1 $
Monthly Pass 46.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.81 $
Taxi, 8 km 14.7 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 112 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.96 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.09 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.67 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.13 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 86 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 131 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 45.2 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,077 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,924 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 762 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 894 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,463 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,442 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,514 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 4.81%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 15 $
Cinema, 1 seat 8.54 $
Haircut 17.1 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 59.8 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 44.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,713 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 10,039 $

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Sumter vs New York City (New York City is 116% more expensive) Sumter vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 70% more expensive) Sumter vs Chicago (Chicago is 42% more expensive) Sumter vs Houston (Houston is 20% more expensive) Sumter vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 27% more expensive) Sumter vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 36% more expensive) Sumter vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 17% more expensive) Sumter vs San Diego (San Diego is 79% more expensive) Sumter vs Dallas (Dallas is 36% more expensive) Sumter vs San Jose (San Jose is 96% more expensive)
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Sumter vs Toronto (Toronto is 38% more expensive) Sumter vs Montreal (Montreal is 4% more expensive) Sumter vs Calgary (Calgary is 15% more expensive) Sumter vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 19% more expensive) Sumter vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 5% less expensive) Sumter vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 6% less expensive) Sumter vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 32% more expensive) Sumter vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 42% more expensive) Sumter vs Brampton (Brampton is 14% more expensive) Sumter vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 15% more expensive)
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Sumter vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 27% less expensive) Sumter vs Holetown (Holetown is 26% less expensive)
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Sumter vs Panama City (Panama City is 26% less expensive) Sumter vs Colon (Colon is 37% less expensive) Sumter vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 34% less expensive) Sumter vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 44% less expensive) Sumter vs David (David is 56% less expensive) Sumter vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 49% less expensive) Sumter vs Balboa (Balboa is 33% less expensive) Sumter vs Pacora (Pacora is 33% less expensive) Sumter vs Chitre (Chitre is 42% less expensive) Sumter vs Penonome (Penonome is 41% less expensive)
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Sumter vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 34% less expensive) Sumter vs Cayon (Cayon is 34% less expensive)
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Sumter vs Havana (Havana is 45% less expensive) Sumter vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 24% less expensive) Sumter vs Holguin (Holguin is 32% less expensive) Sumter vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 19% less expensive) Sumter vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 44% less expensive) Sumter vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 38% less expensive) Sumter vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 17% less expensive) Sumter vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 17% less expensive) Sumter vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 41% less expensive) Sumter vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 53% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Sumter vs San Jose (San Jose is 34% less expensive) Sumter vs Limon (Limon is 36% less expensive) Sumter vs Liberia (Liberia is 52% less expensive) Sumter vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 34% less expensive) Sumter vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 32% less expensive) Sumter vs Cartago (Cartago is 49% less expensive) Sumter vs Heredia (Heredia is 33% less expensive) Sumter vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 10% less expensive) Sumter vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 30% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Sumter vs Castries (Castries is 38% less expensive) Sumter vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 36% less expensive)
Jamaica
Sumter vs Kingston (Kingston is 29% less expensive) Sumter vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 58% less expensive) Sumter vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 46% less expensive) Sumter vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 38% less expensive) Sumter vs May Pen (May Pen is 56% less expensive) Sumter vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 48% less expensive) Sumter vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 55% less expensive) Sumter vs Linstead (Linstead is 44% less expensive) Sumter vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 40% less expensive) Sumter vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 39% less expensive)
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Sumter vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 36% less expensive) Sumter vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 62% less expensive) Sumter vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 37% less expensive) Sumter vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 42% less expensive) Sumter vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 38% less expensive) Sumter vs Apopa (Apopa is 39% less expensive) Sumter vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 36% less expensive) Sumter vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 22% less expensive) Sumter vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 42% less expensive) Sumter vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 53% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Sumter vs St. John's (St. John's is 42% less expensive) Sumter vs All Saints (All Saints is 42% less expensive)
Grenada
Sumter vs St. George's (St. George's is 43% less expensive) Sumter vs Grenville (Grenville is 43% less expensive)
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Sumter vs Roseau (Roseau is 46% less expensive) Sumter vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 39% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Sumter vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 48% less expensive) Sumter vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 46% less expensive)
Belize
Sumter vs Belize City (Belize City is 53% less expensive) Sumter vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 42% less expensive) Sumter vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 61% less expensive) Sumter vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 29% less expensive) Sumter vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 16% less expensive)
Guatemala
Sumter vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 46% less expensive) Sumter vs Mixco (Mixco is 66% less expensive) Sumter vs Coban (Coban is 51% less expensive) Sumter vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 58% less expensive) Sumter vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 52% less expensive) Sumter vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 52% less expensive) Sumter vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 53% less expensive) Sumter vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 54% less expensive) Sumter vs Flores (Flores is 54% less expensive) Sumter vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 58% less expensive)
Honduras
Sumter vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 56% less expensive) Sumter vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 45% less expensive) Sumter vs Choloma (Choloma is 68% less expensive) Sumter vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 65% less expensive) Sumter vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 53% less expensive) Sumter vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 54% less expensive) Sumter vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 62% less expensive) Sumter vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 62% less expensive) Sumter vs Yoro (Yoro is 61% less expensive) Sumter vs La Lima (La Lima is 54% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Sumter vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 58% less expensive) Sumter vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 44% less expensive) Sumter vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 59% less expensive) Sumter vs Higuey (Higuey is 59% less expensive) Sumter vs La Vega (La Vega is 69% less expensive) Sumter vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 56% less expensive) Sumter vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 61% less expensive) Sumter vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 72% less expensive) Sumter vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 67% less expensive) Sumter vs Bonao (Bonao is 71% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Sumter vs Managua (Managua is 59% less expensive) Sumter vs Leon (Leon is 66% less expensive) Sumter vs Masaya (Masaya is 62% less expensive) Sumter vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 71% less expensive) Sumter vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 66% less expensive) Sumter vs Esteli (Esteli is 68% less expensive) Sumter vs Granada (Granada is 63% less expensive) Sumter vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 76% less expensive) Sumter vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 65% less expensive) Sumter vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 52% less expensive)