Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 144 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,739 (45%) |
| Some College | 1,759 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 1,124 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,116 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,659 (15.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,953 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $192,225 ▼ 31% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $818/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,846 |
| Vacant Units | 1,316 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Union County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 17,138 residents. With a median age of 41.78, it is a middle-aged county.
Union County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,953 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Union County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $192,225 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $818. Homeownership rates are high at 80.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Union County are primarily White (95.63%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Union County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37779 | Luttrell | 3,443 | $51,159 | $160,500 | $829 | 6.4% | 15.8% |
| 37807 | Maynardville | 11,476 | $62,040 | $185,100 | $868 | 4.5% | 28.5% |
| 37866 | Sharps Chapel | 2,219 | $85,978 | $278,300 | $544 | 3.0% | 30.7% |