Union, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Union, Mississippi
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Post Office in Union, Mississippi
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"U-Town"
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Location of Union, Mississippi
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 Union, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| Counties | Newton and Neshoba |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.43 sq mi (8.87 km2) |
| • Land | 3.43 sq mi (8.87 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,042 |
| • Density | 596.03/sq mi (230.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
39365
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| Area code(s) | 601 |
| FIPS code | 28-75360 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0679032 |
Union is a small town in the state of Mississippi, USA. It is special because it is located in two different counties: Neshoba County and Newton County. In 2020, about 2,042 people lived in Union.
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Where is Union, Mississippi?
Union is located in the central part of Mississippi. Most of the town is in Newton County. A smaller part of it stretches north into Neshoba County. The town covers an area of about 3.4 square miles (8.9 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
A Quick Look at Union's History
Union has an interesting history, especially from the American Civil War. In February 1864, a famous Union general named William Tecumseh Sherman traveled through Newton County. He burned down the county seat, which was the main town of Decatur.
During his trip back, General Sherman stopped and slept at Boler's Inn in Union. It is said that he ordered his soldiers not to burn Union. He reportedly said that "Union" was what his men were fighting to save. Instead of burning it, he made the town a temporary headquarters for his army.
How Many People Live in Union?
The number of people living in Union has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 693 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,012 | 46.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,705 | 68.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,543 | −9.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,559 | 1.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,726 | 10.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,856 | 7.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,931 | 4.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,875 | −2.9% | |
| 2000 | 2,021 | 7.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,988 | −1.6% | |
| 2020 | 2,042 | 2.7% | |
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Union's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 2,042 people living in Union. These people lived in 838 different homes, and 569 of these were families.
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Union based on the 2020 census:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White | 1,303 | 63.81% |
| Black or African American | 670 | 32.81% |
| Native American | 9 | 0.44% |
| Asian | 4 | 0.2% |
| Other/Mixed | 34 | 1.67% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22 | 1.08% |
Schools in Union
The children and teens in Union go to schools managed by the Union Public School District.
Famous People from Union
Some notable people have come from Union, Mississippi:
- Trent Kelly: He is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, which means he helps make laws for the country. He represents Mississippi's 1st congressional district.
- Billy Nicholson: He was a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, helping to make laws for the state of Mississippi.
- William Redd: A successful businessman and someone who gave a lot of money to good causes (a philanthropist).
- Lamar Q. C. Williams: He was also a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives and the Mississippi State Senate, serving in the state government.
See also
In Spanish: Union (Misisipi) para niños
