Mount Pleasant Population 2026
Mount Pleasant has a population of 35,842, making it the #1271 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in District of Columbia. It is about 246× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,842
Rank in United States
#1271
Coordinates
38.93°N, 77.04°W
~55 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
4 km
2 miles, straight line
Other big cities in District of Columbia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 689,545 | #20 |
| Downtown DC | 52,560 | #815 |
| Columbia Heights | 38,000 | #1180 |
| Central 14th Street / Spring Road | 25,899 | #1809 |
| Northwest One | 23,386 | #2029 |
| Foggy Bottom | 22,146 | #2142 |
| Mount Vernon Triangle | 21,897 | #2177 |
| H Street NE | 21,480 | #2211 |
Cities near Mount Pleasant
- Pleasant Plains21,174 people · ~1 km away
- Central 14th Street / Spring Road25,899 people · ~1 km away
- Columbia Heights38,000 people · ~1 km away
- Foggy Bottom22,146 people · ~4 km away
- Mount Vernon Triangle21,897 people · ~4 km away
- Northwest One23,386 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mount Pleasant?
Mount Pleasant has a population of 35,842 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1271 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mount Pleasant in?
Mount Pleasant is located in District of Columbia, United States.
Is Mount Pleasant the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 4 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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