Mount Pleasant Population 2026
Mount Pleasant has a population of 81,317, making it the #446 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 108× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
81,317
Rank in United States
#446
Coordinates
32.79°N, 79.86°W
~3 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
725 km
450 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
| Goose Creek | 40,633 | #1096 |
Cities near Mount Pleasant
- Charleston132,609 people · ~7 km away
- North Charleston108,304 people · ~12 km away
- Hanahan17,997 people · ~20 km away
- Goose Creek40,633 people · ~26 km away
- Summerville48,848 people · ~38 km away
- Hilton Head37,099 people · ~105 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mount Pleasant?
Mount Pleasant has a population of 81,317 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #446 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mount Pleasant in?
Mount Pleasant is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Mount Pleasant the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 725 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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