Union City
cityUnion City, located in Fulton County, Georgia, is a dynamic and rapidly growing city situated approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta. As of 2020, the population was 26,830, but recent estimates suggest it has grown to around 28,751 in 2026. Known as the "Progressive City," Union City offers a blend of suburban living with access to metropolitan amenities. Union City's economy is diverse, with key industries including transportation, warehousing, retail trade, and healthcare. Several major national firms have a presence in the city, contributing to job growth and economic stability. The city's strategic location near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and major transportation hubs supports its logistics and commercial sectors. Union City's history is rooted in its origins as a railroad town and a center for agricultural advocacy. Founded in 1866 and incorporated in 1908, the city has evolved from a rural outpost to a thriving urban suburb. With ongoing investments in parks, infrastructure, and community development, Union City is focused on enhancing the quality of life for its residents.
Union City, Georgia
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 13-78324
- Country
- United States
- County
- Fulton
- Region
- Metro Atlanta
- Elevation
- 971 ft
- Total Area
- 19.3 sq mi
- Land Area
- 19.1 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.2 sq mi
- Latitude
- 33.605
- Longitude
- -84.49361
- Climate
- Union City has a humid subtropical climate, with mild winters and hot, humid summers.
- Neighboring Areas
- College Park · East Point · South Fulton · Fairburn · Palmetto
- Population (2020)
- 26,830
- Est. Population (2026)
- 28,751
- Median Age
- 32.4
- Median Income
- $49,549
- Poverty Rate
- 14.24%
- Family Households
- 53.5%
- Owner-Occupied
- 41.6%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial composition of Union City is approximately 81.9% Black or African American, 3.6% White, 9.8% Hispanic, and smaller percentages of other races.
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- City Council
- Body Size
- 5 members
- School District
- Fulton County School District
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation
- Unemployment Rate
- 5.1%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial growth
- Employment Sectors
- Transportation & Warehousing · Retail Trade · Health Care & Social Assistance
- Major Employers
- Newell Rubbermaid · General Electric · Costco · Caterpillar · Kraft Foods
- School Districts
- Fulton County School District
- Transportation
- Interstate access · Public transit · Rail service
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Fiber/broadband
- Major Facilities
- Hospital · Airport
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Ronald Bridges Park · Mayors' Park · Veterans Park · Eagles Nest Sports Complex
- Parks & Trails
- Ronald Bridges Park · Mayors' Park · Veterans Park · Eagles Nest Sports Complex
- Founded
- 1866
- Incorporated
- 1908
- Named After
- Named in honor of the recently ended Civil War, or for the National Farmers Union
- Historical Significance
- Union City played a role as a transportation hub and has evolved into a diverse urban suburb.
- Key Events
- Town of Richland and the village of Marshall merged to form a single community · Became a thriving commercial center due to its location on the railway line between Atlanta and Chattanooga · Annexed 5,330 acres of property to the west in 2006