Union County, Georgia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Union County is located in Georgia with a total population of 25,598. It is the 76th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union County is 55.9 years. This is 49% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 13.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union County is $65,697. This is 12% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $272,600. Housing costs are about average than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Union County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.8% vs 49.8%). The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 88.8%.