Union City, NJ Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Union City | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 65,076 | 9,029,857 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 50563.9 | 1036.4 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.54% | 0.55% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 35.7 | 40.2 | 37.1 |
| Households | 25,794 | 3,476,039 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Union City grew by 5.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 66,387 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Union City has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Union City | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $64,967 | $101,200 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 6.23% | 4.63% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.5% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Union City is about 36% lower than in New Jersey.
Housing
| Metric | Union City | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $249,637 | $359,215 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,488 | $1,653 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 20.5% | 63.7% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Union City is about 14.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,488 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM , followed by 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM .
| Metric | Union City | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 31.7 | 26.6 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 7.2% | 15.0% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Union City is 32 minutes, longer than the 27 minutes in New Jersey.
Education & Households
Union City has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Union City | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 23.7% | 39.6% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.56 | 2.61 | 2.54 |
Health
Union City has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Union City | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.6 | 79.4 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 20.7% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.8% | 14.2% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union City, New Jersey.
What is the population of Union City, New Jersey?
The population of Union City, New Jersey is 65,076, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Union City, New Jersey?
The population density of Union City, New Jersey is 50563.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Union City, New Jersey?
The median household income in Union City, New Jersey is $64,967, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Union City, New Jersey?
The median home price in Union City, New Jersey is $249,637, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Union City, New Jersey?
The unemployment rate in Union City, New Jersey is 8.5%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.