Union city, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Union city, Iowa Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.2x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Union city, Iowa has a total population of 391, the 536th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $60,000, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Union city Quick Facts

Population 391

Median Household Income $60,000

Median Home Value $72,600

Poverty Rate 15.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 49.9 years

Homeownership Rate 85.9%

Affordability Ratio 1.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.8%

High School Graduation Rate 97.5%

Diversity Index 5/100

Population 391 536th of 1,018

Median Income $60,000 below average

Poverty Rate 15.1% 21% higher national

Median Home Value $72,600 bottom 20%

How Union city Compares

Median Household Income

Union city

$60,000

$73,147

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Union city

$72,600

$195,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.2%

$25K-$50K 25.8%

$50K-$100K 37.9%

$100K+ 20.2%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6% | National: 5.2%

60.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.9%

Renter 14.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

11.0%

18-34

13.8%

35-54

32.5%

55-74

33.5%

75+

9.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 30 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Union city Rankings in Iowa

#536 Population of 1,018

#580 Median Income of 1,018

#565 Education of 1,018

#782 Home Value of 1,018

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Cities Similar to Union city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lawler city	397	$62,500	$112,500	19.2%	13.6%
Bode city	388	$63,750	$69,300	18.4%	18.8%
Andrew city	393	$64,292	$122,400	13.8%	11.7%
Duncombe city	382	$63,125	$108,200	9.0%	6.8%
New Market city	407	$58,125	$92,000	14.2%	13.8%

Population Overview

Union city is a small community located in Iowa, within Allamakee County. The total population is 391. It ranks as the 536th most populous out of 1,018 cities and towns in Iowa.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union city is 49.9 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 11.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union city is $60,000. This is 18% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $72,600. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Union city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Union city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Union city, Iowa 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 Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,018 Census-designated places in Iowa. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Union city, Iowa?

Union city, Iowa has a population of 391 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Union city, IA?

The median household income in Union city is $60,000, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Union city, IA?

The poverty rate in Union city is 15.1%. This means approximately 59 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Union city, Iowa?

Union city's population is 97.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Union city, IA?

The median home value in Union city is $72,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.

How educated is Union city, Iowa?

15.8% of adults (25+) in Union city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.