Median Income
$58,487
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Union Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,745
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density886/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,487
Per Capita$24,973
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,600
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,424
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation655 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+79.5%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Libraries1
Is Union Point a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Union Point receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Union Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Union Point is $58,487, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Union Point is $84,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Union Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Union Point has a population of 1,745 with a density of 886 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.3%), with 33.5% White, 7.8% Hispanic.
Population
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Union Point vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Union Point vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Union Point is $58,487, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Union Point vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,487 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,973 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,017 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $142,551 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 627 |
| County GDP | $1,242M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 55 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,276 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.60% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Union Point is $84,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,424.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,600 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,424 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $889 |
| 24% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,276 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.60% |
In Union Point, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Union Point vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.7% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,079/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 55 |
Crime Rates: Union Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Union Point has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.1 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 655 ft (200 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 886/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6188°N, 83.0750°W |
| County FIPS | 13133 |