Mount Pleasant, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mount Pleasant, Mississippi had a total population of 391, the 295th largest community in Mississippi, with a median household income of $60,267, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mount Pleasant Quick Facts
How Mount Pleasant Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 372 | 391 | +5.1% |
| Median household income | $46,838 | $60,267 | +28.7% |
How Mount Pleasant Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mount Pleasant Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Marshall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Springs | 6,704 | $45,462 | 31.1% | $109,600 |
| Byhalia | 1,588 | $38,500 | 34.9% | $133,100 |
| Victoria | 1,121 | $70,143 | 36.8% | $209,100 |
| Potts Camp | 387 | $41,875 | 20.9% | $109,400 |
| Bethlehem | 155 | N/A | 65.8% | N/A |
| Waterford | 33 | $32,917 | 51.5% | N/A |
| Red Banks | 25 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Mount Pleasant
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunnison | 392 | N/A | $57,000 | 10.5% | 33.4% |
| Louin | 393 | $58,846 | $173,600 | 20.1% | 8.6% |
| Hermanville | 400 | N/A | $18,800 | 11.9% | 7.2% |
| Glen | 401 | $60,227 | $107,800 | 10.8% | 13.0% |
| Agricola | 388 | $57,361 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 391, Mount Pleasant's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Mount Pleasant is a small community located in Mississippi, within Marshall County. The total population is 391. It ranks as the 295th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mount Pleasant is 34.9 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 39.6% of the population under 18, Mount Pleasant has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 14.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $60,267. This is 7% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Mount Pleasant, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 91.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Mount Pleasant was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mount Pleasant, Mississippi is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mount Pleasant, Mississippi?
Mount Pleasant, Mississippi has a population of 391 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mount Pleasant, MS?
The median household income in Mount Pleasant is $60,267, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mount Pleasant, MS?
The poverty rate in Mount Pleasant is 13.8%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mount Pleasant, Mississippi?
Mount Pleasant's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mount Pleasant, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Mount Pleasant — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Mount Pleasant, Mississippi?
19.1% of adults (25+) in Mount Pleasant hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.