Mount Pleasant, Mount Pleasant SC — neighborhood review

Mount Pleasant, SC

Mount Pleasant · SC 29466

Updated August 26, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$850K

Median Price

…

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

25 min

to Charleston, SC

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
ASchools
90/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

Mount Pleasant offers top‑rated schools, high median incomes and a lively waterfront lifestyle, but its low walkability and high flood risk mean you’ll need to be prepared for extra insurance and a car. For those who value safety, education, and a coastal setting, it’s a solid choice.

B.

Visiting Mount Pleasant before you decide?

Scout the neighborhood in person — find hotels near Mount Pleasant.

Find hotels on Booking.com →

Community Poll

Would you move to Mount Pleasant?

Explore this neighborhood

Ready to make the move?

Compare local moving labor and truck rental help, then book movers for your move to Mount Pleasant.

Get moving quotes on HireAHelper →

Map

Loading map…

The Good

  • ✓Top‑rated public schools (average rating 9),
  • ✓High median household income and strong employment prospects in Charleston vicinity
  • ✓Vibrant dining, shopping and waterfront activities
  • ✓Excellent community feel with mature trees and parks

Real Talk

  • !High flood zone (AE) means costly flood insurance and potential risk during severe weather
  • !Property prices are high; median home price now around $850k, higher than 2022 census data
  • !Limited public transit and walkability—nearly all errands require a car
  • !Traffic congestion can be heavy during peak commute times
  • $Flood insurance premiums
  • $Higher property taxes for waterfront properties
  • $Homeowners association fees in many developments
  • $Increased utility costs due to coastal climate

Best For

Families with childrenHigh‑income professionalsWaterfront enthusiastsSeniors seeking a quiet, upscale retirement

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Mount Pleasant, SC

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

City-Data stats →

From Residents

🏘

Loading…

From the Blog

📬

Stay in the loop on Mount Pleasant

Get one email when this report refreshes (~every 90 days). No spam.

One email per update · unsubscribe any time

Know someone considering this area? Send them this report.

wouldyoulivethere.com/report/mount-pleasant-sc-29466