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Union Grove, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Union Grove is a small town in Texas with a population of 764. Residents earn $203,594 per year, which is 171% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
764 Population 813/sq mi density
$203,594 Median Income $75,699 per capita
$224,300 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$203,594 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,300 home value, $1,125/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $203,594
171% higher than US avg
Home Value $224,300
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population764
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$203,594
Per Capita$75,699
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$10,511M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,300
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units278
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation393 ft (120 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+71.3%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries5

Is Union Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Union Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Union Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Union Grove is $203,594, which is significantly higher than the national average — 171% above $75,149. This places Union Grove among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Union Grove is $224,300, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Union Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Union Grove has a population of 764 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

764
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Union Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Union Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Union Grove is $203,594, which is 171% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Union Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$203,594
171% above US avg
Per Capita Income$75,699
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$72,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,316
County GDP$10,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants380
Healthcare461
Retail653
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Union Grove is $224,300, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,300
20% below US avg
Median List Price$334,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$334,900
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Union Grove, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,099
Dentists1:996
Mental Health1:417
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death12,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access86.0%
Healthcare Facilities461
Union Grove has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation393 ft (120 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates32.5750°N, 94.9151°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+71.3%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities461
Restaurants380
Retail Stores653

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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