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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Willow

Things Mount Pleasant needs to improve

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and Rent is about $2,026/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,026 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene h...

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Silas Morris

Rent in Mount Pleasant getting crazy

What do you all think? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Ariana Parker

Working remotely from Mount Pleasant

Hey folks, My partner and I are Rent is about $2,026/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 92,662 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Moun...

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Joshua C.

Best things about Mount Pleasant that nobody talks about

As a 1-year resident, here are some things about Mount Pleasant that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Several hidden gem restaurants that rival big city food 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Happy to answer questions.

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Ariana Parker

Working in Mount Pleasant -salaries realistic?

Hi all, I'm a college student here and Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 92,662, Mount Pleasant is a smaller city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene wh...

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Aiden Reed

Job hunting in Mount Pleasant -tips?

OK so We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,026 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's changing fast -so...

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Aaron Hughes

Pros and cons of Mount Pleasant after 14 years

OK so It's a a smaller city city with about 92,662 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a l...

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Willow

Studio apartments in Mount Pleasant -options?

Hello, It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Cora Adams

Is Mount Pleasant good for remote workers?

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and Rent is about $2,026/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Let me know your thoughts. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot ...

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Ariana Parker

Best restaurants in Mount Pleasant?

I relocated for work and With a population of 92,662, Mount Pleasant is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $667,100, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Mount Pleasant sits at 113.6 per 100K. I...

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Nora Garcia

Moving from Kansas City to Mount Pleasant next month

Random thought, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $121,364 in Mount Pleasant. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Do...

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Willow

How is Mount Pleasant for outdoor activities?

Hey, Homes are going for about $667,100 on average. Household incomes average around $121,364 in Mount Pleasant. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I wrong here? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Willow

Affordable areas near Mount Pleasant?

Hello, I'm a 50-year-old physical therapist and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 92,662 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's ...

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Ethan Garcia

How are the schools in Mount Pleasant?

Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $2,026 for rent here. The median home value here is around $667,100, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it...

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Austin Myers

Starting a business in Mount Pleasant?

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a smaller city city with about 92,662 people. Household incomes average around $121,364 in Mount Pleasant. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cheers. The weather takes some getting used...

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Philip L.

Is Mount Pleasant still affordable?

Random thought, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Thoughts?

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Ariana Parker

Best kept secrets of Mount Pleasant, SC

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2023. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance!

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Naomi

Planning a move to Mount Pleasant -neighborhoods?

We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $2,026 for rent here. Household incomes average around $121,364 in Mount Pleasant. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Mount Pleasant sits at 113.6 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush ho...

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Aaron Hughes

Best and worst neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant

Hey, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $2,026 for rent here. Homes are going for about $667,100 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where...

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Alexander Jackson

Rent in Mount Pleasant getting crazy

Hey folks, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $667,100, which is pretty steep.

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Eliana Peterson

Mount Pleasant quality of life -am I missing something?

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 92,662 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thanks for reading. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Wesley

Considering Mount Pleasant vs Minneapolis -help me decide

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 92,662, Mount Pleasant is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $667,100 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The...

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Alexander Jackson

Life in Mount Pleasant as a young professional

Hey folks, Median household income is $121,364, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $667,100 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Appreciate any input. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Ethan Garcia

What's it really like living in Mount Pleasant?

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Mount Pleasant sits at 113.6 per 100K. Homes are going for about $667,100 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 92,662 people. The median home value here is around $667,100, which is pretty steep. The city has invested a lot in new devel...

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