Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 19.4% ▲ 94% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 175 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,694 (40.2%) |
| Some College | 3,106 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 4,101 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 2,117 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,917 (20.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,913 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,911 ▼ 58% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $817/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,049 |
| Vacant Units | 3,655 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Union County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 38,756 residents. With a median age of 41.38, it is a middle-aged county.
Union County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,912 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Union County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $115,911 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $817. Homeownership rates are high at 72.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Union County are majority White (59.56%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Union County, AR is a working-class area in Arkansas. The 10 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71730 | El Dorado | 29,187 | $50,845 | $123,200 | $833 | 4.6% | 30.3% |
| 71747 | Huttig | 657 | $36,591 | $79,000 | $756 | 16.8% | 18.6% |
| 71749 | Junction City | 2,994 | $63,750 | $120,500 | $759 | 2.3% | 28.6% |
| 71762 | Smackover | 3,019 | $52,621 | $100,400 | $845 | 2.2% | 31.7% |
| 71765 | Strong | 2,206 | $36,318 | $46,900 | $672 | 0.8% | 13.0% |