Union, WA

Washington

Union is a small town in Washington with a population of 281. Residents earn $72,019 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
281 Population 173/sq mi density
$72,019 Median Income $50,232 per capita
$667,600 Home Value $513,739 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,019 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$667,600 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

281
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
65.6yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

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 $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: Union vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,240
County GDP$2,458M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare99
Retail128
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,725
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time81.0 min
Drive Alone30.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Union is $667,600, 137% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $513,739.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied89.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,725
64% above US avg
Effective Rate0.86%
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

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death9,816/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters182

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 Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.0 inches
142% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates47.3475°N, 123.0951°W
County FIPS53045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%
D 47.2%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants117
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute81.0 min
Drive Alone30.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home53.7%

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