Union village, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Union village, Nebraska Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.9x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Union village, Nebraska has a total population of 239, the 329th largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $57,500, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.1%.

Key Takeaways

Only 5.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.7%.

Union village Quick Facts

Population 239

Median Household Income $57,500

Median Home Value $109,400

Poverty Rate 20.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.7%

Median Age 42.1 years

Homeownership Rate 86.1%

Affordability Ratio 1.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.7%

High School Graduation Rate 90.5%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 239 329th of 584

Median Income $57,500 below average

Poverty Rate 20.1% 61% higher national

Median Home Value $109,400 average

How Union village Compares

Median Household Income

Union village

$57,500

$74,985

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Union village

$109,400

$223,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.3%

$25K-$50K 17.6%

$50K-$100K 25.9%

$100K+ 35.2%

Employment

1.7% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

58.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.1%

Renter 13.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.5%

18-34

32.2%

35-54

18.8%

55-74

26.8%

75+

6.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Union village Rankings in Nebraska

#329 Population of 584

#331 Median Income of 584

#519 Education of 584

#259 Home Value of 584

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Cities Similar to Union village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Clearwater village	240	$61,667	$77,500	16.9%	21.3%
Maywood village	248	$56,500	$92,100	24.6%	18.9%
Garland village	228	$60,000	$156,700	33.3%	8.8%
Gurley village	253	$59,313	$75,400	13.0%	9.3%
Pleasant Dale village	244	$64,676	$176,800	12.8%	11.5%

Population Overview

Union village is a small community located in Nebraska. The total population is 239. It ranks as the 329th most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union village is 42.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union village is $57,500. This is 23% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.1%. This is 95% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $109,400. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Union village is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Union village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

5.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Union village, Nebraska 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 Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Union village, Nebraska?

Union village, Nebraska has a population of 239 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Union village, NE?

The median household income in Union village is $57,500, which is 27% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Union village, NE?

The poverty rate in Union village is 20.1%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Union village, Nebraska?

Union village's population is 85.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Union village, NE?

The median home value in Union village is $109,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.

How educated is Union village, Nebraska?

5.7% of adults (25+) in Union village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.