Living in Union City, NJ | Community Guide

Welcome to Union City

Perched atop the Palisades overlooking the Hudson River, Union City is one of the most culturally vibrant and affordably priced communities on New Jersey's Gold Coast. It is a densely urban, deeply diverse city that offers sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and one of the fastest commutes to Midtown of any town in Hudson County.

Union City has a rich cultural heritage that is woven into every aspect of daily life, from the array of restaurants representing cuisines from across the globe to the music, festivals, and energy that fill its streets. Bergenline Avenue, the city's bustling main commercial corridor, is one of the most lively shopping and dining strips in all of Hudson County, lined with an eclectic mix of restaurants, bakeries, and independent shops that reflect the city's wonderfully diverse community. The city also has a growing arts scene, anchored by the Park Theatre, which hosts plays, musicals, and an annual film festival, and the William V. Musto Cultural Center, home to both a museum of art and a museum of local history.

Green space includes the popular Washington Park, the scenic Reservoir Park, a tranquil loop above the Lincoln Tunnel with postcard-worthy Manhattan views, and Observatory Park atop the Palisades, offering some of the most dramatic skyline vistas in the region. Housing here is a mix of historic brownstones, pre-war multifamily buildings, and modern condos, offering some of the most competitive price points on the Gold Coast.

For commuters, NJ Transit buses run direct to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan in as little as 15 to 20 minutes, one of the quickest and most convenient commutes in the entire Hudson County area. Residents in the southern section are within easy walking distance to the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, providing convenient connections to Jersey City and Hoboken and opening up the broader PATH network for travel throughout the region.

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Overview for Union City, NJ

16,946 people live in Union City, where the median age is 37.9 and the average individual income is $84,202. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,946

Total Population

37.9 years

Median Age

High

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

$84,202

Average individual Income

Around Union City, NJ

There's plenty to do around Union City, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

97

Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

55

Bikeable

Bike Score

89

Excellent Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Davocadoguy, Omakase Room by Shin, and Red House Roasters Coffee.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Davocadoguy page on Yelp	Dining	4.24 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Omakase Room by Shin page on Yelp Search 145 W 53rd St on Google Maps	Dining	2.71 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Red House Roasters Coffee page on Yelp Search 541 40th St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.7 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Carol Ann’s Table page on Yelp Search 333 Palisade Ave on Google Maps	Dining	2.02 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Milano Designer Imports page on Yelp Search 736 Washington St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.5 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the You Bring I String page on Yelp	Active	3.07 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the NxGn Arena - Laser Tag Near Me - Arcades Near M... page on Yelp Search 43 The Promenade on Google Maps	Active	3.57 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the World Seido Karate page on Yelp Search 252 West 30th St on Google Maps	Active	2.33 miles	23 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Brazen Athletics page on Yelp Search 1317 Willow Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.98 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jane DO - Jersey City Studio page on Yelp Search 160 Newark Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.27 miles	104 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the NYC Bhangra Dance page on Yelp Search 520 8th Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.32 miles	13 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Abby Lauren Makeup And Hair page on Yelp Search 155 W 72nd St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.82 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Suite 8 NYC page on Yelp Search 124 West 24th St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.59 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the My Divine Beauty page on Yelp Search 2 West 45th St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.85 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Atelier Bridal Make Up page on Yelp	Beauty	3.53 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elizabeth Lerman Makeup page on Yelp	Beauty	1.98 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Angie Beauty Salon page on Yelp Search 201 48th St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.13 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sam Alter Hair And Beauty page on Yelp Search 163 W 22nd St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.54 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Santé Laser page on Yelp Search 303 5th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.85 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cover Girl - Flagship page on Yelp Search 719 7th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.58 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Optimum Wellness Center page on Yelp Search 32 Union Square E on Google Maps	Beauty	3.15 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Make-up and Hair by Kerry-Lou page on Yelp Search 236 W 27th St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.37 miles	16 reviews	4.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Union City, NJ

Population Households Employment

Union City has 8,176 households, with an average household size of 2.07. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Union City do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,946 people call Union City home. The population density is 21,337.6 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,946

Total Population

High

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

37.9

Median Age

49.34 / 50.66%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

8,176

Total Households

2.07

Average Household Size

$84,202

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

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Union City

Welcome to Union City

Overview for Union City, NJ

16,946

37.9 years

High

$84,202

Around Union City, NJ

97

Walker's Paradise

55

Bikeable

89

Excellent Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Union City, NJ

16,946

High

37.9

49.34 / 50.66%

8,176

2.07

$84,202

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Union City

Welcome to Union City

Overview for Union City, NJ

16,946

37.9 years

High

$84,202

Around Union City, NJ

97

Walker's Paradise

55

Bikeable

89

Excellent Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Union City, NJ

16,946

High

37.9

49.34 / 50.66%

8,176

2.07

$84,202

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