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Mount Pleasant, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Mount Pleasant is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 372. Residents earn $46,838 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
372 Population 155/sq mi density
$46,838 Median Income $18,036 per capita
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,838 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,838
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Mount Pleasant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population372
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,838
Per Capita$18,036
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,206M
Commute46 min

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking20.7%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+64.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute46 min
Broadband39.4%
Libraries3

Is Mount Pleasant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Pleasant receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Mount Pleasant has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $46,838, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Pleasant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Pleasant has a population of 372 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

372
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $46,838, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Mount Pleasant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,838
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,036
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$50,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)566
County GDP$1,206M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare34
Retail107
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,874
18% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Mount Pleasant, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits9.9%
Premature Death16,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access35.7%
Healthcare Facilities34
Mount Pleasant has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates34.9540°N, 89.5256°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.3-point margin. 39.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+64.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants40
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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