Union, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
8,047 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,112 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$103,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$520 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
7
Spartanburg Metro Area
5
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
7
Spartanburg Metro Area
5
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, SC State Senate District 13, SC State House District 42, SC
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Schools

Foster Park Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Union Christian Day School
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Monarch Elementary
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Buffalo Elementary
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

University of South Carolina-Union
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Presbyterian College
23 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Limestone College
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Union Medical Center
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Spartanburg Medical Center
25 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Musc Health Chester Medical Center
25 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
61 miles, S • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
72 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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