Apartments for rent in Mount Pleasant, MI

Mount Pleasant, a town in Michigan, has a population of slightly less than 26,000. Young adults (15-24) should feel welcome, as they account for an above-average percentage of the population, while middle-aged professionals account for a smaller percentage of the city. With an average age of just over 30, Mount Pleasant ranks as the fourth-youngest city in the state. The majority of Mount Pleasant residents rent, and 39% of residents own their homes. At $844 a month, the average rent is roughly the same as the state average.

Averaging about 16 minutes, Mount Pleasant's commute time is quicker than the Michigan average of about 25 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the typical mode of getting to work, opted for by 35% of residents, while public transportation isn't used much. Not many residents (7%) walk to work, though the number is much higher than the national average.

Mount Pleasant has a relatively high concentration of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 8% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Furthermore, 9% have earned a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Mount Pleasant: entertainment, education, and retail. Combined, these industries make up 31% of the workforce in the city. Mount Pleasant workers earn an average annual income of almost $50K, less than the state average. Mount Pleasant's average income also trails the national average ($73,345).