Sumter County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 53,345 people, with a population density of about 97.70 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 546.00 square miles (1,414.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Bushnell, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is The Villages.
Geographically, Sumter County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Center Hill 102 ft and its lowest point at Lake Panasoffkee 46 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.