Mount Pleasant, NC

North Carolina · Cabarrus County · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro

Mount Pleasant is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,866. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

1,866 Population 514/sq mi density

$81,250 Median Income $33,743 per capita

$262,700 Home Value $368,847 Zillow

$1,055 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent

60°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

47 Violent Crime/100K 2,841 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$81,250 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$262,700 home value, $1,055/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

47 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

24.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $81,250

8% higher than US avg

Home Value $262,700

7% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 47/100K

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.3%

28% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,055

9% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.5%

2% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.1%

59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,866

Median Age41.6 yrs

Density514/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$81,250

Per Capita$33,743

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty5.1%

County GDP$12,962M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$262,700

Rent$1,055

Ownership78.4%

Zillow$368,847

Housing Units844

Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

Violent47/100K

Property2,841/100K

Health

Obesity31.5%

Uninsured8.4%

Smoking13.2%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain48.3 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation595 ft (181 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.3%

High School+86.8%

Graduate+7.1%

School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%

Commute28 min

Broadband81.8%

EV Stations30

Libraries5

Is Mount Pleasant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Pleasant receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mount Pleasant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $262,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Mount Pleasant is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,841 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Pleasant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mount Pleasant has a population of 1,866 with a density of 514 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.9% female and 45.1% male. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 10% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,866

Total Population

514

People / sq mi

41.6yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

3.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%

Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.3%

75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,743 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,087, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,614 business establishments, including 487 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 14.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Mount Pleasant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$81,250
	8% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,743
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,087
IRS Avg AGI	$84,123
Gini Index	0.435 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.1%
	59% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,614
County GDP	$12,962M

Business (County)

Restaurants	487
Healthcare	457
Retail	754
Manufacturing	172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,546
	30% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.0 min
Drive Alone	78.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $262,700, 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,847, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 844 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $4,546 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$262,700
	7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$368,847
Median List Price	$337,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$337,000
$/Sq Ft	$214
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.3%
Price Drops	38.5%
Inventory	13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,055
	9% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	78.4%
Owner-Occupied	78.4%
Renter-Occupied	21.6%
Housing Units	844
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,546
	30% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.73%

In Mount Pleasant, 31.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 13.2% are current smokers. 18.1% report binge drinking. 19.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,264. The dentist ratio is 1:1,933. 61.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.5%
	2% below US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.2%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.1%
Physical Inactivity	19.2%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	8.4%
	2% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,264
Dentists	1:1,933
Mental Health	1:289
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	66.1%
Premature Death	7,537/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	61.9%
Healthcare Facilities	457

Mount Pleasant has a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,841 per 100,000, 45% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 29 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mount Pleasant receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	46.6/100K
	88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,841.2/100K
	45% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	29
Traffic Accidents	30
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Mount Pleasant enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 595 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.3°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	595 ft (181 m)
Area	3.3 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density	514/sq mi
Coordinates	35.3943°N, 80.4318°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cabarrus County County
Nearest Airport	Concord-Padgett Regional (USA) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.3"

27% above US avg

Snowfall 0.8"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.57"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	87.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	12.2 / 100
Community Resilience	68.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 26, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	104 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.6	139 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.5	139 km
Jun 26, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.4	139 km
May 9, 2022	5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.3	140 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	37 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	140 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	84 km
May 10, 2022	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.8	139 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	149 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	90 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	147 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	114 km
Mar 9, 2024	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.7	140 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	122 km
Jan 5, 2022	5 km SW of Lugoff, South Carolina	M2.6	137 km
Apr 26, 2025	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.6	140 km
May 10, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.6	139 km
Feb 4, 2021	1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina	M2.6	137 km
Jan 3, 2022	5 km S of Lugoff, South Carolina	M2.5	138 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	259 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	243 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	242 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	248 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	238 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	277 km
2003	Isabel	Category 1	285 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	277 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	273 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	159 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	261 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	98 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	249 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

338 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 354 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 5, 1989	EF4	53 km	1
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	98 km	0
Apr 8, 1957	EF4	86 km	4
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	71 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	65 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	70 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	64 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	51 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF3	80 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	80 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	61 km	1
May 26, 2022	EF2	77 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	37 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	70 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	17 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	92 km	0
Apr 15, 2018	EF2	95 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	95 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	97 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	55 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,968 ac, 1991).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1991	UNNAMED	3,968	92 km
1985	UNNAMED	2,743	90 km
2008	05/05 RX BURN	2,351	87 km
2007	06-09 RX BURN	2,054	91 km
2022	SCCRR-FY22-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	2,039	96 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	48 km
1998	981406	1,892	97 km
1994	CM 15 16 17	1,871	96 km
2021	SLATES CHURCH FIRE	1,824	99 km
1994	COMP 1112	1,798	96 km
1998	980803	1,780	91 km
2000	2000 1003	1,768	94 km
1999	19990505	1,756	87 km
2016	COUNTY LINE ROAD FIRE	1,704	94 km
1992	COMP 15	1,697	94 km
2018	SCCRR-FY18-RX-COMP-14	1,687	96 km
2012	4-NOV	1,636	96 km
1993	UNNAMED	1,623	98 km
1995	95 15 2	1,619	94 km
2017	SCCRR FY17 RX COMP 18E	1,566	98 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	3.9 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	3.7 in
March	51°F (10°C)	4.5 in
April	59°F (15°C)	3.1 in	Driest
May	67°F (19°C)	4.0 in
June	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in
July	79°F (26°C)	4.6 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	77°F (25°C)	4.0 in
September	71°F (22°C)	3.9 in
October	60°F (15°C)	3.8 in
November	51°F (10°C)	3.2 in
December	43°F (6°C)	3.4 in

Mount Pleasant has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (3.1").

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Mount Pleasant is located in Cabarrus County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 24.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.2% of the vote, a 7.7-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 30 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 457 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%

D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 7.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	29
Traffic Accidents	30
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.3%
	28% below US avg
High School+	86.8%
Graduate Degree+	7.1%
School Test Score	5.82

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	514/sq mi
Total Area	3.3 sq mi
County	Cabarrus County County

Services

Broadband Access	81.8%
Avg Download Speed	225.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	72.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	30
Alt Fuel Stations	32
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	457
Restaurants	487
Retail Stores	754

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.0 min
Drive Alone	78.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.2%

Average costs for common services in Mount Pleasant. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,115
Toddler	$885
Preschool	$744
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$753
Toddler	$631
Preschool	$588

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cabarrus County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	12,858	766	$35,650	1.47
Accommodation & Food Services	11,275	507	$23,022	1.41
Wholesale Trade	6,190	359	$80,806	1.79
Health Care & Social Assistance	6,125	546	$59,167	0.49
Transportation & Warehousing	6,089	237	$41,298	1.64
Manufacturing	5,560	196	$65,228	0.77
Construction	5,348	796	$70,549	1.16
Administrative & Waste Services	4,160	496	$48,935	0.81
Arts & Entertainment	3,331	129	$85,706	2.26
Professional & Technical Services	3,281	922	$82,340	0.54
Other Services	2,280	544	$43,785	0.86
Educational Services	1,208	94	$46,509	0.67
Real Estate	1,146	343	$54,961	0.84
Finance & Insurance	1,123	312	$78,781	0.32
Management of Companies	973	30	$75,483	0.66
Information & Technology	770	136	$98,193	0.47
Agriculture & Forestry	113	21	$35,978	0.16
Mining & Oil/Gas	111	5	$62,368	0.33
Utilities	94	13	$114,074	0.28
Unclassified	6	18	$35,473	0.05

Schools in Mount Pleasant

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Mount Pleasant High	High	902	54	16.7:1
Mount Pleasant Middle	Middle	688	43	16.0:1
Mount Pleasant Elementary	Elementary	650	44	14.8:1

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Radio Stations near Mount Pleasant

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN	christian-gospel	AAC 56 kbps
BBN German	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
UP! 98.7	christian contemporary	AAC
89.9 WDAV	—	MP3 128 kbps
99.7 The Fox - Charlotte's Classic Rock WRFX	classic rock	AAC 24 kbps
WDAV 89.9 Classical Public Radio	charlotte, classical	AAC+ 128 kbps
106.5 The END	alternative	AAC
96.9 The Kat	country	AAC

Campgrounds Near Mount Pleasant

5 campgrounds found near Mount Pleasant.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
KING'S MOUNTAIN POINT PICNIC PAVILION (NC)	4.5/5	6	$35–$50
CANEBRAKE HORSE CAMP	4.2/5	28	$27–$54
ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	49	$20–$54
BADIN LAKE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	34	$20–$40
BADIN LAKE GROUP CAMP	4.1/5	3	$75

National Parks Near Mount Pleasant

17 national parks and monuments found near Mount Pleasant.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Cheraw State Park	State Park	Free
Chester State Park	State Park	Free
Crowders Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Haw River State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wateree State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Long Bluff State Park	State Park	Free
Morrow Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free

Trails Near Mount Pleasant

61 trails found near Mount Pleasant.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
DUTCHMAN'S CREEK	11.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	9.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	8.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KEYAUWEE	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BADIN LAKE	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUPERTREE LOOP	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RIVER TRAIL	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
UWHARRIE NRT	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DICKEY BELL OHV	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY MOUNTAIN OHV	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HELEN'S LOOP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOOD RUN TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FRALEY TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOME TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACKBURN TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DUTCH JOHN OHV	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TODD TRAIL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FALLS DAM OHV	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DANIEL OHV	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUTTERMILK TRAIL	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BATES TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MEGAN TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JOSH TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MORGAN TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TONY TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKEVIEW OHV	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROBBINS TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BURL TREE WAY	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LARRY'S LINK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREG'S LOOP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HANNAH'S CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAKE TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LESLIE TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
INDIAN TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SLAB PILE OHV	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG ROCK LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOLF DEN OHV	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MORRIS MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL OHV	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
THORNBURG	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THORNBURG	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TANAGER TRAIL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOME TRAIL EXTENSION	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BERNER TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LUTHER'S SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANEBRAKE LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DICKEY BELL OHV	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUDOLPH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WREN TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YATES PLACE CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BADIN HORSE CAMP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREG'S LOOP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOOD RUN LOOP B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WOOD RUN LOOP A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FALLS DAM OHV CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FALLS DAM OHV CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KEYAUWEE ROCK GARDEN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—

Museums in Mount Pleasant

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MINT HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7045730726	$198,511
EASTERN CABARRUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7044366169	$47,901
HISTROIC CABARRUS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	65 UNION ST S	7049202465	$40,538
ALBEMARLE-STANLY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	245 EAST MAIN STREET	7049863777
CABARRUS COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ART & AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM
CABARRUS GENEALOGY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG FIRE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
FREEDOM MUSEUM USA	HISTORY MUSEUM		8066698040
GOLD HILL HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042679439
HISTORIC CONCORD PRESERVATION TR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH ROWAN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048558329
LIVING HISTORY ASSOICATION OF MECKLENBURG	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9225 SURREY RD	7048465132
LOCUST HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2884 OFFICER JEFF SHELTON PARK DR
PRICE OF FREEDOM MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7048577474
STANLEY COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	245 E MAIN ST	7049863777

Libraries in Mount Pleasant

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
CABARRUS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	27 UNION ST N	0.0	415,387
STANLY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	133 E MAIN ST	0.0	152,245

Farmers Markets in Mount Pleasant

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Afton Village Farmers Market	5401 Village Dr	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Salisbury	1560 Julian Road	06/11/2014 to 10/29/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;		Visit
China Grove Farmers Market	308 North Main Street	05/04/2018 to 09/28/2018	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Mint Hill Farmers Market	7601 Matthews Mint Hill Road				Visit
Oakboro Farmers Market	128 Aquadale Road	05/31/2014 to 09/27/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Piedmont Farmers Market	Robinson Church Rd		Mon: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	24 Market Street	05/15/2013 to 09/25/2013	Wed: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	518 Winecoff School Rd.		Tue: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Stanly Commons Farmers Market	1000 N. First St.	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Mon: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Breweries in Mount Pleasant

Name	Type	Address	Phone
Cabarrus Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	329 Mcgill Ave	7044904487
High Branch Brewing Co	Breweries, Food & Drink	325 Mcgill Ave	7047063807
Stooges Pub & Grub	Brewery	13230 Albermarle Rd	7045454788

Pharmacies in Mount Pleasant

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
MOOSE PHARMACY	8374 WEST FRANKLIN STREET	704-436-9613

Cell Towers in Mount Pleasant

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
49221 Reeves Island Drive	TOWER	101
4285 HWY. 24/27 (ADJACENT ADDRESS)	TOWER	87
813 CONCORD ROAD	TOWER	82
12228 Bain School Road	TOWER	61
(Salisbury) ADJ TO 729 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD SOUTH	GTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Mount Pleasant

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Northeast Cabarrus Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.	1580 N Lentz Harness Shop RD	Volunteer			704-436-9513
Town of Mount Pleasant	1415 N Main St	Volunteer			704-436-6314

Power Plants Near Mount Pleasant

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MAVERICK SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	NOT AVAILABLE	-79.7	NOT AVAILABLE
VIOLET SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.4	OP

Bridges in Mount Pleasant

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2014	53	11,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2014	36	11,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	214	10,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1920	190	8,000	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1954	25	7,800	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1920	49	7,800	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1946	79	7,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2019	182	7,500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1929	49	5,800	F
Other	Other	2021	122	5,000	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	112	3,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1945	174	3,450	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1947	143	3,000	F
Culvert	Steel	2008	32	2,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	159	1,300	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2011	87	1,200	G
Culvert	Steel	1991	21	1,200	F
Culvert	Steel	1982	36	1,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	81	1,100	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1965	35	1,100	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2017	25	920	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2014	92	630	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	115	620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	25	620	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1999	23	620	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1997	97	520	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	42	500	F
Culvert	Steel	2000	21	450	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2022	73	400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	33	300	F
Culvert	Steel	2016	22	260	G
Culvert	Concrete	2013	37	260	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2014	22	150	G
Culvert	Steel	1978	23	150	P
Culvert	Steel	1980	30	150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	31	120	F
Culvert	Steel	2019	26	100	G
Culvert	Steel	1995	23	100	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	72	30	G

Correctional Facilities in Mount Pleasant

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CABARRUS CORRECTIONAL CENTER	130 DUTCH RD	STATE		-999	CLOSED

Amtrak Stations in Mount Pleasant

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Kannapolis, NC	201 South Main Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Mount Pleasant

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN

Airports Near Mount Pleasant

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Piedmont Triad International Airport	GSO	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Smith Reynolds Airport	INT	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Anson County Airport - Jeff Cloud Field	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Asheboro Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown Field	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Cheraw Municipal Airport/Lynch Bellinger Field	HCW	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Darr Field	—	Small Airport
Davidson County Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Delk's Airport	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Fivepoints Field	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgia Road Field	—	Small Airport
Gold Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensboro Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamptonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiatt Airport	—	Small Airport
Ja Field	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mount Pleasant

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Albemarle Police Department	203 North 2nd Street
Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office	30 Corban Avenue Southeast
China Grove Police Department	205 Swink Street
Concord Police Department	41 Cabarrus Avenue West
Landis Police Department	136 North Central Avenue
Mint Hill Police Department	7151 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Village of Misenheimer Municipal Building	49137 Ward Drive

Grocery Stores in Mount Pleasant

7 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Aj's Food Mart	Convenience Store	9100 Franklin St E
Circle K Store 8387	Convenience Store	8425 Highway 49 N
CRUSE MEAT PROCESSING	Grocery Store	4701 Rimer Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 6096	Other	8352 Highway 49 N
Family Dollar 1798	Other	7630 NC Hwy 73 E
Family V Mini Mart	Convenience Store	4301 Rimer Rd
FOOD LION 740	Supermarket	7230 Highway 49 N

Post Offices in Mount Pleasant

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Mount Pleasant Post Office	1498 South Main Street

Treatment Centers in Mount Pleasant

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
CMC Northeast - Partial Hospitalization Program	Mental Health	704-403-1831
Monarch - BH Stanly	Both	866-272-7826
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Pleasant

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
COMMUNITY CHURCH OF MT PLEASANT INC	PO BOX
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY	PO BOX 595
MOUNT GILEAD LUTHERAN CHURCH	11199 HIGHWAY 73 E
MOUNT PLEASANT BIBLE TEACHING ASSOCIATION	PO BOX 763
MT PLEASANT FOOD MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 134
MT PLEASANT PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH	2660 MOUNT PLEASANT RD S
PROPEL CHURCH	PO BOX 1288
SOLDIERS OF THE CROSS OF CHRIST MINISTRIES	1450 RED ANGUS DR
ST JAMES REFORMED CHURCH	PO BOX 447

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Pleasant

What is the population of Mount Pleasant?

Mount Pleasant has a population of 1,866 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 514 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.9% female and 45.1% male.

Is Mount Pleasant expensive to live in?

Mount Pleasant is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $81,250, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $262,700 (7% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mount Pleasant safe?

Mount Pleasant is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,841 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mount Pleasant receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mount Pleasant?

Mount Pleasant enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Mount Pleasant?

The job market in Mount Pleasant is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,087. There are 6,614 business establishments in the area, including 487 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 14.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mount Pleasant?

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $262,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,847. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,055. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,546.

How are the schools in Mount Pleasant?

Schools in Mount Pleasant score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.3% of adults in Mount Pleasant hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mount Pleasant?

The obesity rate in Mount Pleasant is 31.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.2% of adults are smokers. 19.2% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance. 61.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,264.

What is transportation like in Mount Pleasant?

The average commute in Mount Pleasant is 28 minutes. 78.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mount Pleasant?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mount Pleasant is 88.5% White, 10% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Locust, NC 5,529 pop · 8.7 mi Rockwell, NC 2,688 pop · 11.0 mi Stanfield, NC 1,554 pop · 11.1 mi Midland, NC 4,758 pop · 11.5 mi Concord, NC 106,518 pop · 11.5 mi Oakboro, NC 2,453 pop · 12.7 mi Harrisburg, NC 19,203 pop · 13.5 mi Kannapolis, NC 56,470 pop · 13.5 mi Faith, NC 1,090 pop · 13.6 mi Albemarle, NC 16,527 pop · 13.8 mi Landis, NC 3,726 pop · 14.7 mi China Grove, NC 4,487 pop · 14.7 mi Granite Quarry, NC 3,015 pop · 15.1 mi Enochville, NC 3,392 pop · 15.8 mi

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