The trends in Mount Pleasant reflect some broader national patterns, such as slow increases in diversity in predominantly White areas and economic challenges faced by smaller cities. The population decrease could be part of a larger trend of migration from smaller cities to larger urban areas or economically thriving regions.

Mount Pleasant is likely to continue its slow transition towards increased diversity over the next decade. It may remain in the Low Diversity category but could be approaching a transition into a Moderate Diversity category if current trends accelerate. Economically, if the trend of increasing median income continues alongside population decrease, it might lead to a scenario where Mount Pleasant becomes a more affluent but smaller community.

In conclusion, Mount Pleasant has not experienced dramatic demographic shifts, but subtle changes in racial composition, coupled with significant economic changes, suggest a community in slow transition. Monitoring these trends will be crucial for local policymakers to ensure equitable development and maintain community cohesion as the city evolves.