Sumter Population 2026
Sumter has a population of 40,816, making it the #1089 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 216× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,816
Rank in United States
#1089
Coordinates
33.92°N, 80.34°W
~52 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
627 km
389 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Goose Creek | 40,633 | #1096 |
Cities near Sumter
- Florence38,228 people · ~61 km away
- Columbia142,416 people · ~65 km away
- West Columbia16,060 people · ~68 km away
- Saint Andrews21,151 people · ~71 km away
- Seven Oaks15,144 people · ~76 km away
- Lexington20,138 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sumter?
Sumter has a population of 40,816 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1089 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sumter in?
Sumter is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Sumter the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 627 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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