Median Income
$72,019
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$667,600
137% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower 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
Population281
Median Age65.6 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$72,019
Per Capita$50,232
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,458M
Commute81 min
Housing
F
Home Value$667,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$513,739
Health
Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain92.0 in/yr
Elevation341 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute81 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries3
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 low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Union has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Union is $72,019, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 81 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Union is $667,600, making it a premium housing market at 137% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Union experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 92.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Union has a population of 281 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 65.6 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
65.6yrs
Median Age
69% 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 $72,019, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 81 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,019 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $50,232 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,113 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,584 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,240 |
| County GDP | $2,458M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,725 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.86% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 81.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 30.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 53.7% |
The median home value in Union is $667,600, 137% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $513,739.
Home Values
| Census Median | $667,600 |
| 137% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $513,739 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,725 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.86% |
In Union, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Union vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.5% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,816/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
Crime Rates: Union vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Union has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 92.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 92.0 inches |
| 142% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 173/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3475°N, 123.0951°W |
| County FIPS | 53045 |