Union township, Missouri
Union township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Union township is a geographic entity located in Worth County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 291. The land area covers 61.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | ±64 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.7 yrs | ±8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 139 | ±36 | 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 | 201 | ±42 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 139 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 62 | ±28 |
| Median Home Value | $82,900 | ±$59,169 |
| Median Gross Rent | $298 | ±$83 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $26,625 | ±$18,863 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,000 | ±$4,011 |
| Poverty Rate | 32.6% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 95 | ±29 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±11.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 105 | ±38 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.5% | ±8.5% |
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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GUS Population: 1,872 (2024)
ID: 168776
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 450, GRANT CITY MO 64456-0450
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Union | KG-06 | Union, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bedford, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Bedford, IA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | MARYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PICKERING, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | HOPKINS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | RAVENWOOD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Ravenwood, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GRANT CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GRANT CITY, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Conception Seminary College
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College | 20.5 mi away | 37174 State Hwy V V, Conception, MO, 64433-0502 |
6609443105
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WORTH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 510 EAST AVE, GRANT CITY, MO, 64456 |
(660) 564-2655
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Northwest Missouri State University
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College | 20.8 mi away | 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO, 64468-6001 |
6605621212
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BEDFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 507 JEFFERSON ST, BEDFORD, IA, 50833 |
(712) 523-2828
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CLEARFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 401 BROADWAY SUITE 200, CLEARFIELD, IA, 50840 |
(641) 336-2479
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MARYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 509 N MAIN ST, MARYVILLE, MO, 64468 |
(660) 582-5281
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GENTRY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 304 N PARK ST, STANBERRY, MO, 64489 |
(660) 783-2335
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MOUNT AYR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 121 W MONROE, MOUNT AYR, IA, 50854 |
(641) 464-2159
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ALBANY CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 101 W CLAY ST, ALBANY, MO, 64402 |
(660) 726-5615
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NEW MARKET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 407 MAIN ST, NEW MARKET, IA, 51646 |
(712) 585-3467
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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 GRANT CITY 5WSW, MO US, located 5.0 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 | 32.6° | 13.5° | 23.1° | 0.90" | — |
| February | 38.5° | 17.8° | 28.2° | 1.36" | — |
| March | 51.4° | 28.9° | 40.2° | 2.21" | — |
| April | 62.5° | 39.9° | 51.2° | 3.73" | — |
| May | 71.3° | 50.7° | 61.0° | 5.56" | — |
| June | 81.6° | 61.8° | 71.7° | 5.29" | — |
| July | 85.9° | 66.6° | 76.3° | 4.78" | — |
| August | 84.4° | 63.4° | 73.9° | 4.32" | — |
| September | 77.0° | 54.4° | 65.7° | 3.65" | — |
| October | 64.7° | 41.8° | 53.3° | 2.99" | — |
| November | 49.9° | 29.0° | 39.5° | 1.97" | — |
| December | 37.6° | 19.4° | 28.5° | 1.50" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheridan town | Town | 3.0 mi | — |
| Athelstan CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Parnell city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Blockton city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Grant City town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Irena village | Village | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2922775076. • 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.