Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina is 92,662 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest city in South Carolina. The median household income is $121,364, the median home value is $667,100, and the median age is 42.8.
The population has grown 39.5% since 2010 (68,509 → 95,604).
92,662
Population
1866
People / sq mi
$121,364
Median Income
$667,100
Median Home Value
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Mount Pleasant covers 49.7 sq mi of land at 1866 people per square mile.
About Mount Pleasant, SC
Mount Pleasant is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 61.1% of the population. With 92,662 residents, Mount Pleasant is a city in South Carolina. It is the #4-largest of all cities in South Carolina nationally.
The typical household earns $121,364 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.7%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $667,100, with typical rent around $2,026.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 66.2% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 23.2%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Mount Pleasant, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Mount Pleasant town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mount Pleasant town had a population of 68,509 in 2010 and 95,604 in 2024, a 39.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 95,604 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.42%.
95,604
Population (2024)
68,509
Population (2010)
95,604
Peak (2024)
2.42%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 68,509 |
| 2011 | 69,807 |
| 2012 | 72,172 |
| 2013 | 74,906 |
| 2014 | 77,937 |
| 2015 | 81,617 |
| 2016 | 84,476 |
| 2017 | 87,295 |
| 2018 | 89,869 |
| 2019 | 91,684 |
| 2020 | 91,251 |
| 2021 | 92,962 |
| 2022 | 94,688 |
| 2023 | 95,495 |
| 2024 | 95,604 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.2% |
| Black or African American | 2.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$121,364
Median Household Income
$69,719
Per Capita Income
3.7%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$667,100
Median Home Value
$2,026
Median Rent
73.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.7%
High School+
66.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
69.3%
Public Transit
23.2%
Work From Home
25.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
61.1%
Foreign Born
94.3%
Non-English at Home
7.6%
Veterans
7.7%
With Disability
95.8%
Health Insurance
97.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 20.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.2% |
| Information | 8.8% |
| Manufacturing | 7.8% |
| Construction | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina has a population of 92,662 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest city in South Carolina.
The median household income in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina is $121,364, with 3.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina is $667,100, with median monthly rent at $2,026 and a homeownership rate of 73.7%.
The median age in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina is 42.8 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
The population has grown 39.5% since 2010 (68,509 → 95,604).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.