Union, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Union is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 472. Residents earn $82,750 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
472 Population 49/sq mi density
$82,750 Median Income $46,802 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$82,750 median income, 12.9% unemployment
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

472
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.1%
Female 69.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Union vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Union vs U.S. Average

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: Union vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)462
County GDP$3,330M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare36
Retail48
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,726
22% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Owner-Occupied96.6%

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

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate83.4%
Premature Death11,082/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities36

Crime Rates: Union vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.2 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates30.0861°N, 90.8890°W
County FIPS22093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score3.96
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants29
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home1.9%

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