Median Income
$100,104
33% higher than US avg
Home Value
$224,600
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.9%
69% lower than US avg
How Union Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population753
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.4%
Economy
A+
Median Income$100,104
Per Capita$44,115
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$224,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$413,839
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation857 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.00
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute31 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries13
Is Union a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Union receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Union 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 is $100,104, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Union among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.9% 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 is $224,600, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Union experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Union has a population of 753 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.4% |
| 45% below US avg |
The median household income in Union is $100,104, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $100,104 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,115 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,060 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,804 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,928 |
| County GDP | $15,983M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 645 |
| Healthcare | 846 |
| Retail | 816 |
| Manufacturing | 432 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
The median home value in Union is $224,600, 20% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $413,839.
Home Values
| Census Median | $224,600 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $413,839 |
| Median List Price | $290,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $290,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $243 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $640 |
| 1 Bedroom | $698 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $916 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.88% |
In Union, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Union vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.1% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,730/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 846 |
Crime Rates: Union vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Union has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.6 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 857 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 896/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2316°N, 88.5448°W |
| County FIPS | 17111 |