What are the schools like in Union, WV?

Union is served primarily by Monroe County Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Union?

The median household income in Union, WV is $30,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.2%.

What is the weather like in Union, WV?

Union has an average high temperature of 42.4°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.0 inches.

Union, WV Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Union, WV affordable or expensive?

Union's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Union is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $153,200 and the median rent is $445 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Union, WV?

Crime rate data for Union is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Union, WV a Good Place to Live?

Union is a small town of 486 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $30,625 and a 14.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Union stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Union is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Union city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.4

Union's overall cost of living index is 87.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Union costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Union, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$153,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$445	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$30,625	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Union is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Union is served primarily by Monroe County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Union, WV	National Avg
School District	Monroe County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Union sees average highs of 42.4°F in January and 84.1°F in July, with 38.8 inches of annual precipitation and 24.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Union, WV
Average High — January	42.4°F
Average High — July	84.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.8"
Annual Snowfall	24.0"

Demographics

Metric	Union, WV	National Avg
Population	486	—
Median Age	63.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	7.0%	22.2%
65 and over	46.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Alderson, WV 11 mi Ronceverte, WV 12 mi Fairlea, WV 13 mi Lewisburg, WV 16 mi Peterstown, WV 19 mi

ZIP Codes in Union

Union, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

24983

Union vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Union, WV affordable or expensive?

Union's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Union roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $153,200 and median rent is $445/month.

What is the crime rate in Union, WV?

Crime data for Union is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Union?

Public schools in Union are operated by Monroe County Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 19.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Union, WV a good place to live?

Union, WV has a population of 486, a median household income of $30,625, and an unemployment rate of 14.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Union?

Union averages 42.4°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.8 inches with about 24.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Union?

Union, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 24983.

What is the population of Union?

The population of Union, West Virginia is 486 with a median age of 63.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Union?

Key numbers for living in Union: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $153,200, median household income $30,625, crime index 2 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Union side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.