Union township, Indiana
Union township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Union township is a geographic entity located in Rush County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 722. The land area covers 35.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 722 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs | ±12.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 350 | ±90 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 357 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 350 | ±90 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 7 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $122,200 | ±$58,547 |
| Median Gross Rent | $788 | ±$480 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,214 | ±$43,011 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,752 | ±$6,654 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% | ±7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 55 | ±64 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.4% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 517 | ±213 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92% | ±9.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF UNION
GUS Population: 722 (2024)
ID: 164118
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE
4327 N 800 E, RUSHVILLE IN 46173-8963
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GUS Population: 16,759 (2024)
ID: 193251
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ROSH COUNTY COMMISSIONER
101 E 2ND ST, RUSHVILLE IN 46173-1886
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Arlington, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Rushville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Connersville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Connersville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Charlottesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlottesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Charlottesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Connersville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Connersville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Connersville, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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RUSHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 130 WEST THIRD STREET, RUSHVILLE, IN, 46173 |
(765) 932-3496
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FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 828 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, CONNERSVILLE, IN, 47331 |
(765) 827-0773
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FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 828 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, CONNERSVILLE, IN, 47331 | — |
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HENRY HENLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 102 NORTH MAIN STREET, CARTHAGE, IN, 46115 |
(765) 565-8022
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KNIGHTSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 5 EAST MAIN STREET, KNIGHTSTOWN, IN, 46148 |
(765) 345-5095
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SPICELAND TOWN-TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 106 WEST MAIN STREET, SPICELAND, IN, 47385 |
(765) 987-7472
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DUBLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 2249 EAST CUMBERLAND STREET, DUBLIN, IN, 47335 |
(765) 478-6206
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CAMBRIDGE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 600 WEST MAIN STREET, CAMBRIDGE CITY, IN, 47327 |
(765) 478-3335
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LAUREL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 200 NORTH CLAY STREET, LAUREL, IN, 47024 |
(765) 698-2582
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VELMA WORTMAN MORRISTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 127 EAST MAIN STREET, MORRISTOWN, IN, 46161 |
(765) 818-1718
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at RUSHVILLE, IN US, located 6.2 miles from Union township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.4° | 19.1° | 26.7° | 3.58" | 6.2" |
| February | 38.9° | 22.2° | 30.5° | 2.47" | 3.4" |
| March | 49.9° | 30.4° | 40.2° | 3.51" | 2.8" |
| April | 62.5° | 40.5° | 51.5° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| May | 72.6° | 51.8° | 62.2° | 5.13" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.7° | 60.8° | 70.7° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 63.6° | 73.5° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.3° | 61.7° | 72.0° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.0° | 54.1° | 65.5° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.8° | 43.0° | 53.9° | 3.19" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.7° | 32.6° | 41.6° | 3.62" | 0.3" |
| December | 39.5° | 25.1° | 32.3° | 3.18" | 3.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood town | Town | 4.1 mi | — |
| Rushville city | City | 5.2 mi | — |
| Mays CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Lewisville town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
| Dunreith town | Town | 10.5 mi | — |
| Straughn town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1813977606. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.