Living in Sumter County, Florida

Sumter County is a county in Florida with a population of around 118,891. The main communities are Wildwood, Bushnell, Center Hill.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,040/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $405K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 72°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Sumter County has older demographics, with a median age of 67 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.