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Sumter South Carolina Map

Explore Sumter, South Carolina, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Sumter, South Carolina

How to Use This Sumter, South Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Sumter, South Carolina. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of South Carolina or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Sumter.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Sumter
State	South Carolina (SC)
County	Sumter County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	33.940848
Longitude	-80.395543
Population	43,463
Density	514.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	29150, 29154, 29151, 29153
Area Code	803
County Seat	Sumter
School District	Sumter County Consolidated School District

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About Sumter, South Carolina

Sumter is a locality in Sumter County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 43,463. The population density is 514.3 people per km². Sumter is located at 33.9408°N, 80.3955°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Sumter is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 29150, 29154, 29151.

Sumter occupies a position upon the vast, level plains of the South Carolina interior, characterized by a persistent, humid warmth that softens the edges of its landscape. It lies 36.7 miles east-southeast of Dentsville, SC (from Dentsville, SC: bearing 106°T), and is situated 5.1 miles north of Lakewood. The terrain around Sumter remains largely flat, occasionally punctuated by the quiet, winding course of Turkey Creek, which flows with a steady, deliberate pace just a mile from the center. Beyond the immediate reach of the streets, the earth gives way to the unique botanical character of the Pitts Savanna, a basin that holds moisture and sustains a diverse array of grasses and wildflowers. As the sun begins its descent, the light takes on a golden, viscous quality, illuminating the pines that stand in orderly ranks, while the distant, gentle rise of Spring Hill serves as a faint, singular interruption to the horizon’s otherwise unbroken line.

Sumter emerged from the colonial efforts to organize the backcountry, growing from a modest crossroads into a significant hub for trade and agriculture. The early residents recognized the utility of the fertile soil and the strategic advantage of the location, which allowed for the steady transport of goods across the region. Over generations, Sumter developed a social architecture influenced by the interplay of diverse cultural threads, shifting from agrarian roots to a more complex, modern identity. The legacy of these formative years remains visible in the enduring layout of the streets, where the weight of the past sits comfortably alongside the necessities of the present, reflecting a patience forged in the early days of settlement.

Economic life in Sumter relies on a balanced blend of industrial manufacturing, retail commerce, and the stabilizing presence of public institutions. The proximity to Shaw Air Force Base provides a significant anchor for the local economy, influencing everything from infrastructure development to the technical focus of the workforce. Higher education finds a home here through institutions like Central Carolina Technical College and the University of South Carolina Sumter, both of which serve to cultivate local talent and maintain the intellectual vitality of the populace. Daily commerce flows through the networks of roads and services that define the town, ensuring that Sumter remains a functional node within the broader state economy, supported by the quiet industry of those who maintain its public works.

Cultural expression in Sumter manifests through a calendar of annual events, such as the Iris Festival, which celebrates the natural beauty that thrives in the local climate. Visitors and residents often gather at Chamber Park to engage with the outdoors, finding space for leisure in a setting that remains deeply connected to the regional environment. While the town does not command the attention of major professional sports leagues, the spirit of competition thrives in high school and collegiate arenas, where the energy of the crowd often fills the humid evening air. Famous figures, including the accomplished swimmer Whitney Myers, have carried the name of Sumter into the wider world, yet the town preserves its own distinct cadence, marked by the proximity of Manchester State Forest and the serene, reflective waters of Dogwood Lake.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Bobby Richardson Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 097° E
Palmetto Park (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 105° E
Founders Cove (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 107° E
Patriot Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 243° SW
Swan Lake (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 133° SE
Sumter County Museum (Museum) — 3.1 mi, 113° SE
Manchester State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 244° SW
Poinsett State Park (State Park) — 11.5 mi, 220° SW
Congaree National Park (National Park) — 16.7 mi, 225° SW · 26k acres
Congaree National Park Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 20.0 mi, 238° SW · 15k acres
Clarendon County Museum & History Center (Museum) — 20.1 mi, 148° SE
Lee State Park (State Park) — 20.6 mi, 032° NE
Camden Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 23.9 mi, 331° NW
537 Gallery (Gallery) — 24.3 mi, 330° NW
Atlas Gym and Fitness Center (Attraction) — 24.5 mi, 329° NW
Weston Lake Overlook (Viewpoint) — 25.6 mi, 251° W
Santee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 26.3 mi, 187° S · 9,063 acres
Elloree Heritage Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 30.2 mi, 200° S
Village Artists (Gallery) — 30.5 mi, 296° NW
Fort Jackson Elementary School (Monument) — 31.2 mi, 279° W
Battle of Camden National Historic Landmark (Registered Battlefield) — 31.3 mi, 337° NW
Patton Stadium (Stadium) — 31.5 mi, 281° W
8th Infantry Division (Monument) — 31.6 mi, 280° W
WOW Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 32.3 mi, 289° W
House of Frames and Paintings, Inc. (Gallery) — 35.0 mi, 277° W
Cinema Twin (Cinema) — 35.1 mi, 031° NE
Center Theatre (Theatre) — 35.2 mi, 031° NE
Hartsville Museum (Museum) — 35.2 mi, 031° NE
Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 37.8 mi, 006° N · 92k acres

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