Mount Pleasant, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Mount Pleasant is a small town in Ohio with a population of 283. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 1,088/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $35,472 per capita
$102,500 Home Value
$767 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,500 home value, $767/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density1,088/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$35,472
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$5,057M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,500
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation1,218 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute43 min
Broadband77.5%
Libraries1

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 affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $102,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Pleasant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Pleasant has a population of 283 with a density of 1,088 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

283
Total Population
1,088
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Pleasant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Mount Pleasant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,472
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$75,258

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,794
County GDP$5,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants140
Healthcare229
Retail186
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.7 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $102,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,500
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Mount Pleasant, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death11,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities229

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Mount Pleasant has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall15.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,218 ft (371 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,088/sq mi
Coordinates40.1759°N, 80.7997°W
County FIPS54069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 26 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,088/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities229
Restaurants140
Retail Stores186

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.7 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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