Union, South Carolina

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City in South Carolina, United States

Union, South Carolina

General Information
Name	Union, South Carolina
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Settlement Type	City
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Location
Coordinates	34°42 59°N
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Population
Total	8,174
Density	per km²
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Time Zone
Standard	UTC-5
DST	UTC-4

Union is a city in Union County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 8,174 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Union County.

History

Union was settled in the 18th century and was originally known as Unionville. The city and county were named for the old Union Church that stood nearby. The church was used by both the Presbyterians and the Episcopalians.

During the American Civil War, Union was one of the few towns in the state that was not burned by Union troops. The city has several historic buildings, including the Union County Courthouse and the Union Community Hospital.

Geography

Union is located at

   
       34°42 
       59°N
   

. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , of which is land and is water.

Demographics

As of the census of 2020, there were 8,174 people, 3,567 households, and 2,234 families residing in the city. The population density was . The racial makeup of the city was 50.1% White, 47.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

Economy

Union's economy has historically been based on textile manufacturing, but in recent years it has diversified to include other industries such as automotive parts manufacturing and logistics. The city is also home to several small businesses and retail establishments.

Education

Union is served by the Union County School District. The district operates several elementary schools, a middle school, and Union County High School. Higher education is provided by the University of South Carolina Union, a regional campus of the University of South Carolina.

Notable People

• Betty Jo Nelsen, former member of the United States House of Representatives
• Shawn Weatherly, Miss Universe 1980

Related Pages

• Union County, South Carolina
• University of South Carolina Union
• Union County School District (South Carolina)