The percentage of unemployed residents was less than the statewide total of 39.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Mount Pleasant population reached 66,512.
Out of 45,670 people who had a job, 382 were employed in the Armed Forces and 45,288 belonged to the civilian labor force.
The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.
Employment status in Mount Pleasant for 2018
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Not employed | 20,842 | 31.3 |
| Employed | 45,670 | 68.7 |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 45,288 | 68.1 |
| Employed in armed forces | 382 | 0.57 |
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