Union County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Union County, Georgia has a population of 26,304, the 74th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $66,176 and the median home value is $307,400. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Union County Quick Facts
How Union County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,598 | 26,304 | +2.8% |
| Median household income | $65,697 | $66,176 | +0.7% |
| Median home value | $272,600 | $307,400 | +12.8% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Union County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blairsville | 902 | $30,357 | 31.2% | $212,500 |
Explore Georgia Rankings
Population Overview
Union County is located in Georgia with a total population of 26,304. It is the 74th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Union County is 55.9 years. This is 49% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 14.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.8% 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 $66,176. This is 14% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $307,400. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 84.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Union County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.5% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
26.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Union County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Georgia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Union County, Georgia?
Union County has a population of 26,304, making it the 74th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Union County?
The median household income in Union County is $66,176 with a poverty rate of 10.9%.
How many cities are in Union County, Georgia?
Union County contains 1 Census-designated place.