Union City, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Union City, Georgia
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Downtown Union City
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| Nickname(s):
The Progressive City
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| Country | United States | ||||
| State | Georgia | ||||
| County | Fulton | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 19.83 sq mi (51.37 km2) | ||||
| • Land | 19.68 sq mi (50.96 km2) | ||||
| • Water | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) | ||||
| Elevation | 971 ft (296 m) | ||||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 26,830 | ||||
| • Density | 1,363.66/sq mi (526.51/km2) | ||||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||||
| ZIP code |
30291
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| Area code(s) | 770 | ||||
| FIPS code | 13-78324 | ||||
| GNIS feature ID | 2405627 | ||||
Union City is a city located in Fulton County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 26,830 people lived there.
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A Look at Union City's Past
Union City officially became a city in 1908. This happened thanks to the Georgia General Assembly, which is like the state's law-making body.
There are a couple of ideas about how Union City got its name. Some people believe it was named because it was a place where different railroad tracks came together, forming a "union." Another story says the name came from a group called the "Farmer's Union," which used to have its main office in the area.
Where is Union City Located?
Union City is in Georgia. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 19.3 square miles. Most of this area, about 19.1 square miles, is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles, is water.
Who Lives in Union City?
Population Growth Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 534 | — | |
| 1920 | 620 | 16.1% | |
| 1930 | 776 | 25.2% | |
| 1940 | 884 | 13.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,490 | 68.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,118 | 42.1% | |
| 1970 | 3,031 | 43.1% | |
| 1980 | 4,780 | 57.7% | |
| 1990 | 8,375 | 75.2% | |
| 2000 | 11,621 | 38.8% | |
| 2010 | 19,456 | 67.4% | |
| 2020 | 26,830 | 37.9% | |
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The number of people living in Union City has grown a lot over the years. In 1910, there were only 534 residents. By 2020, the population had increased to 26,830 people.
Diversity in Union City
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 1,220 | 4.55% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 22,686 | 84.55% |
| Native American | 51 | 0.19% |
| Asian | 135 | 0.5% |
| Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.04% |
| Other/Mixed | 733 | 2.73% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,993 | 7.43% |
According to the 2020 United States census, Union City is home to a diverse group of people. Most residents identify as Black or African American. There are also people who identify as White, Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, or other races. Many residents also identify as Hispanic or Latino.
In 2020, there were 26,830 people living in the city. These people lived in 8,088 households, which included 4,681 families.
Education in Union City
Schools for Kids and Teens
Union City is part of the Fulton County School District. This district manages the public schools in the area.
Elementary Schools
- C.H. Gullatt Elementary
- Liberty Point Elementary
- Oakley Elementary School
Middle Schools
- Bear Creek Middle (also serves students from nearby Palmetto and Fairburn)
- Camp Creek Middle School
High Schools
- Creekside High School (also serves students from nearby Palmetto and Fairburn)
- Langston Hughes High School
- Benjamin E. Banneker High School
Charter Schools
- Hapeville Charter Career Academy
Colleges and Universities
- Georgia Military College
See also
In Spanish: Union City (Georgia) para niños
