Union City city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Union City city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Union City city, Georgia has a total population of 27,300, the 45th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $47,635, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Union City city Quick Facts

Population 27,300

Median Household Income $47,635

Median Home Value $223,100

Poverty Rate 15.5%

Unemployment Rate 4.1%

Median Age 33.1 years

Homeownership Rate 41.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.7%

High School Graduation Rate 87.0%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 27,300 45th of 670

Median Income $47,635 below average

Poverty Rate 15.5% 24% higher national

Median Home Value $223,100 above average

How Union City city Compares

Median Household Income

Union City city

$47,635

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Union City city

$223,100

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.7%

$25K-$50K 30.9%

$50K-$100K 25.4%

$100K+ 21.0%

Employment

4.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

68.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 41.6%

Renter 58.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.6%

18-34

27.9%

35-54

24.3%

55-74

17.5%

75+

3.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Union City city Rankings in Georgia

#45 Population of 670

#384 Median Income of 670

#180 Education of 670

#184 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Union City city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Carrollton city	27,058	$51,553	$283,100	33.2%	27.4%
Griffin city	23,650	$44,021	$195,100	16.4%	25.5%
LaGrange city	31,479	$41,491	$175,600	25.2%	25.2%
Lawrenceville city	30,626	$58,606	$335,100	26.5%	17.2%
Redan CDP	30,426	$63,226	$197,600	27.7%	11.9%

Population Overview

Union City city is a mid-sized community located in Georgia. The total population is 27,300. It ranks as the 45th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union City city is 33.1 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union City city is $47,635. This is 36% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 39% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.5%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $223,100. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 41.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Union City city has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 49.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (85.4% vs 31.0%).

Education

26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Union City city, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Union City city, Georgia?

Union City city, Georgia has a population of 27,300 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Union City city, GA?

The median household income in Union City city is $47,635, which is 39% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Union City city, GA?

The poverty rate in Union City city is 15.5%. This means approximately 4,171 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Union City city, Georgia?

Union City city's population is 3.6% White, 85.4% Black, 8.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Union City city, GA?

The median home value in Union City city is $223,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is Union City city, Georgia?

26.7% of adults (25+) in Union City city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.