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Free Union, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Free Union is a small town in Virginia with a population of 185.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
185 Population 93/sq mi density
$1,265,600 Home Value $570,160 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,265,600
349% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Free Union Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population185
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,161
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$1,265,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$570,160
Housing Units98

Health

Obesity26.8%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking9.5%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation563 ft (172 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+65.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries4

Is Free Union a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Free Union receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Free Union stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Free Union is $1,265,600, making it a premium housing market at 349% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Free Union is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Free Union experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Free Union has a population of 185 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

185
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Free Union vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.1%
6% below US avg
Spanish25.9%
93% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Free Union vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Free Union is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Free Union vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$47,161
Avg Weekly Wage$1,401
IRS Avg AGI$146,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,185

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare408
Retail320
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,595
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Free Union is $1,265,600, 349% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $570,160.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,265,600
349% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$570,160

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,595
117% above US avg
Effective Rate0.60%
In Free Union, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Free Union vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.1%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death5,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities408
Free Union has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation563 ft (172 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates38.1533°N, 78.5589°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.1-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.2%
D 66.4%

Winner: Democrat by 34.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+65.4%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants219
Retail Stores320

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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