New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Union City is a mid-size city in New Jersey with a population of 66,375. Residents earn $65,369 per year, which is 13% below the national average.
Based on current data, Union City receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Union City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Union City is $65,369, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Union City is $446,800, making it a premium housing market at 58% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,489 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Union City is below the national average at 347 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,724 per 100,000, near the national average.
28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Union City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 18.6% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 81.4% |
| 507% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,369 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,036 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,825 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,813 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19,208 |
| County GDP | $65,736M |
| Restaurants | 1,717 |
| Healthcare | 1,603 |
| Retail | 2,080 |
| Manufacturing | 335 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,434 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.34% |
| Commute Time | 32.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $446,800 |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $551,272 |
| Median List Price | $636,997 |
| Median List Price | $636,997 |
| $/Sq Ft | $419 |
| Homes Sold | 17 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 13.5% |
| Inventory | 104 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,489 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,366 |
| Studio | $1,612 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,205 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,761 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,137 |
| Owner-Occupied | 20.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,434 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.34% |
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.2% |
| Depression | 14.2% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,244/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,603 |
| Total Violent | 347.5/100K |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 1.5/100K |
| Robbery | 142.5/100K |
| Assault | 203.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,724.2/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 274.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,295.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 154.1/100K |
| Arson | 5.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 62.6% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 51,453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7674°N, 74.0323°W |
| County FIPS | 34017 |
Winner: Democrat by 28.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.4% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.15 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 51,453/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 25 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,603 |
| Restaurants | 1,717 |
| Retail Stores | 2,080 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 32.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |