Union city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Union city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Union city, Oregon has a total population of 2,401, the 150th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $56,767, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

Union city Quick Facts

Population 2,401

Median Household Income $56,767

Median Home Value $220,300

Poverty Rate 20.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 40.5 years

Homeownership Rate 66.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.4%

High School Graduation Rate 88.1%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 2,401 150th of 419

Median Income $56,767 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 20.1% 61% higher national

Median Home Value $220,300 bottom 20%

How Union city Compares

Median Household Income

Union city

$56,767

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Union city

$220,300

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.2%

$25K-$50K 20.3%

$50K-$100K 41.3%

$100K+ 20.1%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

63.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.3%

Renter 33.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.5%

18-34

20.9%

35-54

29.9%

55-74

17.0%

75+

9.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Union city Rankings in Oregon

#150 Population of 419

#270 Median Income of 419

#328 Education of 419

#308 Home Value of 419

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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
Warm Springs CDP	2,446	$58,203	$121,500	15.7%	24.1%
La Pine city	2,510	$54,946	$327,100	10.2%	17.5%
Gold Beach city	2,455	$51,662	$368,900	20.1%	12.7%
Willamina city	2,216	$56,211	$265,300	6.6%	8.3%
Enterprise city	2,145	$56,975	$298,400	38.4%	10.8%

Population Overview

Union city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 2,401. It ranks as the 150th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Union city is 40.5 years. This is about average than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Union city is $56,767. This is 29% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.1%. This is 69% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. 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 1.5%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $220,300. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Union city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.1%) is well below the state average of 14.3%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Union city, Oregon 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 Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Oregon. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Union city, Oregon?

Union city, Oregon has a population of 2,401 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Union city is $56,767, which is 28% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Union city, OR?

The poverty rate in Union city is 20.1%. This means approximately 481 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Union city, Oregon?

Union city's population is 87.1% White, 2.6% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Union city is $220,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Union city, Oregon?

11.4% of adults (25+) in Union city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.