The gentle, grass covered slopes for which Mt. Pleasant, a community of 8,207, was named are now the center of a quaint, yet progressive and dynamic community. Coordinated efforts of the Mt. Pleasant Area Development Commission, Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce, and city and county officials have resulted in significant economic prosperity with a strong climate for future growth.
Education has a high priority in Mt. Pleasant.
High school students have access to a nationally recognized computer program and consistently rank very high on college entrance exams. Iowa Wesleyan College, founded in 1842, is recognized as a leader in requiring students to complete both an internship and volunteer service program as part of its Real World Learning liberal arts curriculum. Adult continuing education classes are also provided by Iowa Wesleyan. Southeastern Community College also provides course offerings in Mt. Pleasant. Mt. Pleasant has a strong and diversified industrial base that has provided the community and Henry County with continued employment growth.