Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin is 27,694 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $90,189, the median home value is $269,900, and the median age is 45.0.
The population has grown 5.6% since 2010 (26,696 → 28,184).
27,694
Population
817
People / sq mi
$90,189
Median Income
$269,900
Median Home Value
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Mount Pleasant covers 33.9 sq mi of land at 817 people per square mile.
About Mount Pleasant, WI
What distinguishes Mount Pleasant is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 817 people per square mile. With 27,694 residents, Mount Pleasant is a city in Wisconsin. It ranks #28 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
The typical household here earns about $90,189, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.2%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $269,900, with typical rent around $1,045.
35.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Around 11.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Mount Pleasant village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mount Pleasant village had a population of 26,696 in 2010 and 28,184 in 2024, a 5.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,184 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.39%.
28,184
Population (2024)
26,696
Population (2010)
28,184
Peak (2024)
0.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,696 |
| 2011 | 26,647 |
| 2012 | 26,632 |
| 2013 | 26,655 |
| 2014 | 26,731 |
| 2015 | 26,708 |
| 2016 | 26,807 |
| 2017 | 26,944 |
| 2018 | 27,099 |
| 2019 | 27,082 |
| 2020 | 27,755 |
| 2021 | 27,769 |
| 2022 | 27,890 |
| 2023 | 28,154 |
| 2024 | 28,184 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.8% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$90,189
Median Household Income
$47,100
Per Capita Income
4.2%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$269,900
Median Home Value
$1,045
Median Rent
78.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.0%
High School+
35.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
78.2%
Public Transit
11.0%
Work From Home
20.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.2%
Foreign Born
86.2%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
13.4%
With Disability
93.4%
Health Insurance
95.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 22.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.1% |
| Information | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin has a population of 27,694 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin is $90,189, with 4.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin is $269,900, with median monthly rent at $1,045 and a homeownership rate of 78.4%.
The median age in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin is 45.0 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has grown 5.6% since 2010 (26,696 → 28,184).
Mount Pleasant village, WI Climate
Mount Pleasant village, WI has an average annual temperature of 8.2°C (47°F) and receives about 884 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.2°C
Avg Temp
884
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 19° | 43 mm |
| February | -4° / 24° | 34 mm |
| March | 1° / 34° | 60 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 96 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 82 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 96 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 94 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 101 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 96 mm |
| October | 10° / 51° | 62 mm |
| November | 3° / 38° | 68 mm |
| December | -4° / 26° | 52 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Mount Pleasant village, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Mount Pleasant village, WI are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.