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Union

Union

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Welcome to Union

A variety of housing choices are available, from condominiums, cape cods, and split-level homes to colonials. Housing is generally more affordable in Union than in some of the surrounding communities, and homes are well-maintained and close together on small lots.
 
Here, one of the last major battles between British and American forces took place during the American Revolutionary War. Union Township is nine square miles and is bordered by eight municipalities: Hillside to the east, Elizabeth to the southeast, Roselle Park and Kenilworth to the south, Springfield Township to the west, Millburn to the northwest, Maplewood to the north, and Irvington to the northeast. Approximately 57,000 people are living in the township. The town Hall anchors Union’s downtown area, and the center is home to shops, pubs, restaurants, and a movie theater.
 
Union Township, NJ, is less than 20 miles west of lower Manhattan, and Manhattan is easily accessible by either bus or train. Newark International Airport is only six miles away. The Union Township Public School system serves students in prekindergarten through 12th grade. The Deron School, a private school for learning disabled students ages 5-13, is also located in Union Township. In addition, Kean University calls Union Township its home.
 

Overview for Union, NJ

56,903 people live in Union, where the median age is 42.4 and the average individual income is $43,591. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

56,903

Total Population

42.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$43,591

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Union, NJ

Union has 19,667 households, with an average household size of 2.81. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Union do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 56,903 people call Union home. The population density is 6,521.05 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

56,903

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.4

Median Age

48.25 / 51.75%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
19,667

Total Households

2.81

Average Household Size

$43,591

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Union, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Union. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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