Union

MO

Franklin County, Missouri

Population 106K |Median income $73,165 |2 hospitals

Population
105,950
Franklin County
Median Income
$73,165
+8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$227,600
Near average
Median Age
41.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
106K+4%
Median Income
$73,165+50%
Median Home Value
$227,600+51%
Poverty Rate
8.2%-34%
Unemployment
4.3%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$893/mo
Poverty Rate
8.2% -42% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.7%
Work From Home 10.3%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 89.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 7%
African American 0.9%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.6%
High Blood Pressure
37.4%
Short Sleep Duration
33.6%
Physical Inactivity
29.4%
Binge Drinking
17.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.1%
Current Smoking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Diabetes
12.2%
Current Asthma
10.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.5%
Annual Checkup 78.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
MERCY HOSPITAL WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MISSOURI BAPTIST SULLIVAN HOSPITAL
SULLIVAN · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Union Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Colorado Mountains; Gusts Up to 80 MPH Expected

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Union, MO? ▼
Union, MO has a population of 105,950 people, located in Franklin County, Missouri.
What is the median household income in Union? ▼
The median household income in Union, MO is $73,165 per year. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
What is the median home value in Union? ▼
The median home value in Union, MO is $227,600. Median rent is $893/month.
What are the top health concerns in Union? ▼
The top health indicators in Union include Obesity (39.6%), High Blood Pressure (37.4%), Short Sleep Duration (33.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Union? ▼
Union has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Union? ▼
The median age in Union, MO is 41.8 years. 23.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Union, MO is located in Franklin County, Missouri. With a population of 106K and a median household income of $73,165, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Union 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 (Franklin 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.