Sumter County, South Carolina
Sumter County, South Carolina
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County | |
 Location within the U.S. state of South Carolina | |
| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| Founded | 1798 |
| County seat | Sumter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 682 sq mi (1,770 km2) |
| • Land | 665 sq mi (1,720 km2) |
| • Water | 17 sq mi (40 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 105,556 |
| • Density | 150/sq mi (60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) |
Sumter County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2020 census, the population was 105,556. The county seat is Sumter. The county was created in 1798 and named after General Thomas Sumter, a hero of the American Revolutionary War.
History[edit | edit source]
Sumter County was established in 1798 and named after General Thomas Sumter, a prominent figure in the American Revolutionary War. The county has a rich history, with many historical sites and landmarks that reflect its past.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Sumter County is located in the central part of South Carolina. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 682 square miles, of which 665 square miles is land and 17 square miles is water.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, Sumter County had a population of 105,556. The population density was auto per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was diverse, with a significant percentage of African American and White residents.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Sumter County is diverse, with key industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and education. The county is home to several major employers and has a growing business community.
Education[edit | edit source]
Sumter County is served by the Sumter School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county is also home to Central Carolina Technical College and a campus of Morris College.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Sumter County is served by several major highways, including U.S. Route 76 and U.S. Route 378. The county also has a public transportation system that provides bus services to residents.
Communities[edit | edit source]
- Sumter (county seat)
- Pinewood
- Mayesville
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Thomas Sumter, American Revolutionary War hero
- Jim Clyburn, U.S. Congressman
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