Median Income
$60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.6%
15% lower than US avg
How Union Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population391
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density686/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$35,159
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$1,142M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,600
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$91,855
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation929 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.16
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Libraries8
Is Union a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Union receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Union offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Union is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Union is $72,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Union experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Union has a population of 391 with a density of 686 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Union is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,159 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,040 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,609 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 650 |
| County GDP | $1,142M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 64 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,023 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Union is $72,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $91,855.
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,600 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $91,855 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $634 |
| 1 Bedroom | $700 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $919 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,212 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,217 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,023 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.54% |
In Union, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Union vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,029/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Union vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Union has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 929 ft (283 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 686/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2435°N, 93.0625°W |
| County FIPS | 19083 |