Median Income
$82,750
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Union Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population472
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Economy
B+
Median Income$82,750
Per Capita$46,802
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,330M
Commute22 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation14 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+91.2%
School Score3.96
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute22 min
Libraries2
Is Union a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Union receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Union has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Union is $82,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Education
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.
Climate & Weather
Union enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Union has a population of 472 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (81.4%), with 17.4% White.
Population
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% 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 $82,750, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,750 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $46,802 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,786 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.9% |
| 258% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 462 |
| County GDP | $3,330M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,726 |
| 22% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $765 |
| 1 Bedroom | $793 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,026 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,319 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,358 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,726 |
| 22% below US avg |
In Union, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Union vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.0% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,082/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
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 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 14 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.0861°N, 90.8890°W |
| County FIPS | 22093 |