Union County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Union County is located in Indiana with a total population of 7,028. It is the 91st most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union County is 43.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union County is $79,500. This is 13% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 1% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $162,200. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Union County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Union County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.9%.