Union City

TN

Obion County, Tennessee

Population 30K |Median income $54,613 |1 hospital

Population
30,453
Obion County
Median Income
$54,613
-20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$133,600
-41% vs avg
Median Age
41.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
30K-4%
Median Income
$54,613+38%
Median Home Value
$133,600+50%
Poverty Rate
18.6%+4%
Unemployment
4.2%-68%

Economics

Median Rent
$770/mo
Poverty Rate
18.6% +31% vs avg
Unemployment 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.3%
Work From Home 3.2%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 79.6%
African American 10.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.1%
Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
43.7%
Short Sleep Duration
40.8%
Obesity
40.2%
Physical Inactivity
32.2%
Current Smoking
21.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
20.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
17.8%
Diabetes
16.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
13.5%
Binge Drinking
13.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.5%
Dental Visit 54.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
9%
Stroke
4.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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0
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0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL UNION CITY
UNION CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Union City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple East Tennessee Counties Until 5:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Western North Carolina and East Tennessee Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Knoxville and East Tennessee Through 4:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Through 5:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee Counties Through 3:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Union City, TN? ▼
Union City, TN has a population of 30,453 people, located in Obion County, Tennessee.
What is the median household income in Union City? ▼
The median household income in Union City, TN is $54,613 per year. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
What is the median home value in Union City? ▼
The median home value in Union City, TN is $133,600. Median rent is $770/month.
What are the top health concerns in Union City? ▼
The top health indicators in Union City include High Blood Pressure (43.7%), Short Sleep Duration (40.8%), Obesity (40.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Union City? ▼
Union City has 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Union City? ▼
The median age in Union City, TN is 41.8 years. 18.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Union City, TN is located in Obion County, Tennessee. With a population of 30K and a median household income of $54,613, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Union City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Obion County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.