Union, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Union, Alabama had a total population of 212, the 506th largest town in Alabama. The poverty rate is 29.3%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
Union Quick Facts
How Union Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 308 | 212 | No clear change (-31.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $59,689 | $88,700 | No clear change (+48.6%) |
How Union Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 0.0%
- Black: 99.1%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 28.4%
- HS Diploma: 25.6%
- Some College: 17.1%
- Associate's: 1.7%
- Bachelor's: 13.1%
- Graduate+: 14.2%
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Other Cities in Greene County
Cities Similar to Union
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haleburg | 211 | $41,944 | $205,000 | 23.4% | 36.0% |
| Horn Hill | 215 | $36,250 | $150,000 | 5.7% | 38.6% |
| Sweet Water | 216 | $52,411 | $161,600 | 28.6% | 3.7% |
| Beaverton | 208 | $38,125 | $73,300 | 3.0% | 32.2% |
| Mount Olive (Coosa County) | 208 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 212, Union's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Union is a small community located in Alabama, within Greene County. The total population is 212. It ranks as the 506th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Union is 55.2 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 12.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 23.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 29.3%. This is 87% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $88,700. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $209,900. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Union was recorded as Black or African American. A figure of exactly 99.1% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 71.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Union, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 592 Census-designated places in Alabama. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Union, Alabama?
Union, Alabama has a population of 212 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Union, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Union — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Union, AL?
The poverty rate in Union is 29.3%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Union, Alabama?
Union's population is 0.0% White, 99.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Union, AL?
The median home value in Union is $88,700.
How educated is Union, Alabama?
27.3% of adults (25+) in Union hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.