Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 216 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,486 (33.6%) |
| Some College | 1,800 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 1,614 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 993 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,268 (21.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,353 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,899 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $678/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,605 |
| Vacant Units | 966 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Union County is located in Illinois and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,168 residents. With a median age of 44.92, it is a middle-aged county.
Union County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,353 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.3% 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 $132,899 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $677. Homeownership rates are high at 75.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Union County are primarily White (89.79%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Union County, IL is a working-class area in Illinois. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62905 | Alto Pass | 741 | $52,778 | $114,800 | $664 | 4.2% | 30.5% |
| 62906 | Anna | 7,218 | $46,615 | $138,200 | $654 | 5.3% | 26.3% |
| 62920 | Cobden | 2,872 | $61,875 | $154,200 | — | 4.0% | 37.5% |
| 62926 | Dongola | 2,166 | $64,356 | $104,900 | $693 | 3.5% | 32.9% |
| 62952 | Jonesboro | 2,950 | $57,206 | $124,300 | $727 | 7.5% | 35.2% |
| 62961 | Millcreek | 32 | $107,500 | — | — | 33.3% | 29.2% |
| 62998 | Wolf Lake | 189 | $73,594 | — | — | 0.0% | 53.9% |