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Carolina Forest, SC vs Sumter, SC
Carolina Forest, SC vs Sumter, SC: What the data shows
Carolina Forest, SC is in Carolina Forest, SC while Sumter, SC is in Sumter, SC — both in the same state. On home prices, Sumter, SC is the more affordable option at $140,700 median — $209,300 less than Carolina Forest, SC's $350,000. WYLT rates Carolina Forest, SC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Sumter, SC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Carolina Forest, SC has the stronger safety profile of the two. Carolina Forest, SC has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Sumter, SC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Carolina Forest, SC has Low flood risk and Sumter, SC has Low flood risk.
Sumter, SC is the more walkable neighborhood. Carolina Forest, SC scores N/A/100 versus Sumter, SC's 7/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Carolina Forest, SC has the higher school rating — Carolina Forest, SC rates 8.3/10 and Sumter, SC rates 8.2/10.
| Category | Carolina Forest, SC | Sumter, SC |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $350K | $141K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $892 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $75K ✓ Higher income | $46K |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 7/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 2/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 1/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 30 min ✓ Shorter commute | 45 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.3/10 ✓ Better schools | 8.2/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesSchool‑seekersSuburban lifestyle | Families with kidsFirst‑time homebuyersRenters seeking affordable options |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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