Mount Pleasant, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Mount Pleasant is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,215. Residents earn $48,963 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
4,215 Population 4,215/sq mi density
$48,963 Median Income $30,754 per capita
$131,700 Home Value $180,329 Zillow
$740 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,963 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,700 home value, $740/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,963
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,215
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density4,215/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,963
Per Capita$30,754
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,700
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,329

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation1,199 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Libraries22

Is Mount Pleasant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Pleasant receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include 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 $48,963, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $131,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% 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 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mount Pleasant has a population of 4,215 with a density of 4,215 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

4,215
Total Population
4,215
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

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 $48,963, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mount Pleasant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,963
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,754
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Pleasant is $131,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,329.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,329
Median List Price$169,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,500
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.64%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Mount Pleasant has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,199 ft (365 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density4,215/sq mi
Coordinates40.1509°N, 79.5434°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,215/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home6.9%

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