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Mount Pleasant, NC

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Population
1,816
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
626 ft
Median Home Value
$306,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$90,795
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is a quiet, historic town of around 2,200 people in eastern Cabarrus County. Life here moves at a relaxed pace, centered around a walkable downtown filled with 19th-century brick buildings, local shops, and neighborhood eateries. Landmarks like the old Lentz Hotel and the Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society museum give the area genuine character, making it an attractive destination for people looking for open spaces and a friendly community.

MOUNT PLEASANT COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE HISTORIC DISTRICT, CABARRUS COUNTY

Families are served by close-knit neighborhood schools, with Mount Pleasant Elementary, Middle, and High School all located right in town. For daily needs and commutes, Highway 73 and U.S. 601 connect residents quickly to nearby Concord and the greater Charlotte area for major shopping centers, hospital systems, and career options. The town offers a convenient setup for anyone wanting easy access to regional hubs while enjoying a peaceful home base.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+97.1rating

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