Sebastian, FL vs Sumter, SC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Sebastian
68.5
#1315 nationally
Sumter
72.5
#885 nationally
Sebastian leads in crime level (4.2 vs 30.1). Sumter leads in walk score (25 vs 15). Sumter leads in average commute (19.4 min vs 31.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Sebastian, FL | Sumter, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.5 (#1315) | 72.5 (#885) |
| Population | 26,846 | 42,766 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $350,279 | $207,039 |
| Median Household Income | $65,650 | $48,900 |
| Average Commute | 31.5 min | 19.4 min |
| Walk Score | 15 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 4.2 | 30.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | D+4.9 |
D+
68.5 Score
Sebastian, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$350,279
Population
26,846
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
15
Southeast
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C-
72.5 Score
Sumter, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$207,039
Population
42,766
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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