Leave a Message

Thank you for your message. We will be in touch with you shortly.

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant

A lot of people living in Mount Pleasant who work in management occupations (17.81%), sales jobs (15.60%), and healthcare (8.71%).

Welcome to Mount Pleasant

Living in Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is a larger medium-sized coastal town (i.e. on the ocean, a bay, or inlet) located in the state of South Carolina. With a population of 90,801 people and 16 constituent neighborhoods, Mount Pleasant is the fourth largest community in South Carolina.

Mount Pleasant home prices are not only among the most expensive in South Carolina, but Mount Pleasant real estate also consistently ranks among the most expensive in America.

Mount Pleasant is a decidedly white-collar town, with fully 92.47% of the workforce employed in white-collar jobs, well above the national average. Overall, Mount Pleasant is a town of professionals, managers, and sales and office workers. There are especially a lot of people living in Mount Pleasant who work in management occupations (17.81%), sales jobs (15.60%), and healthcare (8.71%).

Also of interest is that Mount Pleasant has more people living here who work in computers and math than 95% of the places in the US.

A relatively large number of people in Mount Pleasant telecommute to their jobs. Overall, about 10.92% of the workforce works from home. While this may seem like a small number, as a fraction of the total workforce it ranks among the highest in the country. These workers are often telecommuters who work in knowledge-based, white-collar professions. For example, Silicon Valley has large numbers of people who telecommute. Other at-home workers may be self-employed people who operate small businesses out of their homes.

Mount Pleasant is a good choice for families with children because of several factors. Many other families with children live here, making it a place where both parents and children are more likely to develop social ties with other families. The town’s good public school district and large population of college-educated adults provide an environment conducive to academic success. Many people own their own single-family homes, providing areas for children to play and stability in the community. Finally, Mount Pleasant’s overall crime rate is lower than average for the country.

One of the nice things about Mount Pleasant is that it is nautical, which means that parts of it are somewhat historic and touch the ocean or tidal bodies of water, such as inlets and bays. Because of this, visitors and locals will often go to these areas to take in the scenery or to enjoy waterfront activities.

If knowledge is power, Mount Pleasant is a pretty powerful place. 63.88% of the adults in Mount Pleasant have earned a 4-year college degree, masters degree, MD, law degree, or even PhD. Compare that to the national average of 21.84% for all cities and towns.

The per capita income in Mount Pleasant in 2018 was $55,829, which is wealthy relative to South Carolina and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $223,316 for a family of four.

The people who call Mount Pleasant home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Mount Pleasant residents report their race to be White, followed by Black or African-American. Important ancestries of people in Mount Pleasant include Irish, English, German, Italian, and Scottish.

The most common language spoken in Mount Pleasant is English. Other important languages spoken here include Spanish and German/Yiddish.

 


Overview for Mount Pleasant, SC

88,900 people live in Mount Pleasant, where the median age is 41.8 and the average individual income is $59,505. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

88,900

Total Population

41.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,505

Average individual Income

Around Mount Pleasant, SC

There's plenty to do around Mount Pleasant, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

1
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
32
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Egan's Spirits, Alchemist Beverage Company @ Six Mile Wine & Spirits., and Force Kite and Wake.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.41 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.06 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.3 miles 22 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 1.49 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.15 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.24 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Mount Pleasant, SC

Mount Pleasant has 36,673 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Mount Pleasant do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 88,900 people call Mount Pleasant home. The population density is 1,794.96 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

88,900

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.8

Median Age

48.99 / 51.01%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
36,673

Total Households

2.41

Average Household Size

$59,505

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Mount Pleasant, SC

All ()
Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Mount Pleasant. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Search Homes

Work With Pam

With a lifelong residency in Charleston, SC, Pam possesses an unmatched depth of knowledge about the area. Her expertise lies in residential real estate, encompassing new construction, resales, land, investment properties, relocations, second homes, and vacation properties. With over three decades of experience in sales and marketing, Pam is dedicated to upholding the values of integrity, loyalty, and professionalism.