Harrisonburg, VA 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.
Harrisonburg
72
#935 nationally
Sumter
72.5
#885 nationally
Harrisonburg leads in crime level (7.3 vs 30.1). Harrisonburg leads in walk score (45 vs 25). Sumter leads in cost of living index (92 vs 107).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Harrisonburg, VA | Sumter, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72 (#935) | 72.5 (#885) |
| Population | 51,082 | 42,766 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $356,075 | $207,039 |
| Median Household Income | $56,050 | $48,900 |
| Average Commute | 17.3 min | 19.4 min |
| Walk Score | 45 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 30.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+25.4 | D+4.9 |
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72 Score
Harrisonburg, VA
Virginia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$356,075
Population
51,082
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
45
Northeast
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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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