Union County Public RecordsTennessee

Union County, TN, with a population of around 20,000, had 12,345 registered voters as of 2022. The county conducts municipal, state, and federal elections, administered by the Union County Election Commission. In the 2020 presidential election, 81% voted Republican and 17% Democratic. Polling locations include the Union County Courthouse and Paulette Elementary. Key issues include school funding and infrastructure. The predominant parties are Republican and Democratic, with Republicans holding most county offices. Election administration ensures compliance with Tennessee law and accessible voting options, including absentee ballots.

As of 2023, Union County, TN, has a population of approximately 20,400. The median age is around 42 years. About 49.5% of residents are male and 50.5% female. The county is predominantly White (94%), with small percentages of Black or African American (1%), Native American (0.4%), Asian (0.2%), and other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprise about 2% of the population.

Union County, TN, experiences relatively low crime rates compared to state and national averages. Recent statistics show a violent crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents. Law enforcement agencies report around 110 offenses annually, primarily theft and burglary. The Union County Sheriff's Office enhances safety through community programs and active patrols. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity, contributing to a 7% decrease in overall crime from the previous year. This collaborative approach has improved Union County’s safety and maintained crime rates below Tennessee’s averages.

Union County, TN serves around 3,200 K-12 students across 5 public schools, including Union County High School. The high school graduation rate is about 92%, though only 10.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the state average. Schools average a 4/10 GreatSchools rating, reflecting academic challenges. Adult education is supported through local programs and community college access. School safety measures have improved, with recent investments in security. Extracurricular and dual enrollment programs aim to broaden student opportunities.

Union County, TN has an employment rate of approximately 54% among residents aged 16 and over. The leading industries are Health Care & Social Assistance (19%), Manufacturing (15%), and Retail Trade (13%). Most workers are employed in sales, office, production, and transportation occupations. Over 76% of Union County’s workforce commutes out of the county for work, primarily to Knox and Anderson Counties. The average commuting time is about 38 minutes, notably higher than Tennessee’s state average. Local job opportunities remain limited, reinforcing the county’s role as a commuter community.

Union County, TN, features a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values around $190,000 as of 2024. Renters make up 25%, with median rent at $940 monthly. Property values have increased approximately 7% year-over-year. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, some manufactured housing, and rural properties. Notable neighborhoods include Maynardville and Luttrell. Property tax rates average $1.85 per $100 assessed value, translating to around $925 annually on a median-priced home, below the national average.