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Union Valley, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Union Valley is a small town in Texas with a population of 600. Residents earn $74,792 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
600 Population 226/sq mi density
$74,792 Median Income $43,410 per capita
$326,100 Home Value
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$74,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$326,100 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,792
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $326,100
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

How Union Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population600
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,792
Per Capita$43,410
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$7,866M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$326,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units208
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation517 ft (158 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute38 min
Broadband93.3%
Libraries2

Is Union Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Union Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Union Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Union Valley is $74,792, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Union Valley is $326,100, 16% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Union Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Union Valley has a population of 600 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

600
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Union Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.8%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.2%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Union Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Union Valley is $74,792, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Union Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,792
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$129,850

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,378
County GDP$7,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare369
Retail308
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Union Valley is $326,100, 16% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$326,100
16% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.9%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Union Valley, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Union Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death5,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities369
Union Valley has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation517 ft (158 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates32.9295°N, 96.2488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48397
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities369
Restaurants261
Retail Stores308

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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