Union County, Pennsylvania

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County in Pennsylvania, United States


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Union County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 44,923. Its county seat is Lewisburg. The county was created on March 22, 1813, from part of Northumberland County.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 318 square miles (820 km²), of which 316 square miles (820 km²) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km²) (0.7%) is water.

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Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 44,923 people, 15,178 households, and 10,254 families residing in the county. The population density was 142 people per square mile (55/km²). There were 16,512 housing units at an average density of 52 per square mile (20/km²).

Education[edit | edit source]

Union County is served by several public school districts, including the Lewisburg Area School District, Mifflinburg Area School District, and Milton Area School District. Higher education institutions include Bucknell University located in Lewisburg.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Union County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and education. The presence of Bucknell University also plays a crucial role in the local economy.

Government and politics[edit | edit source]

Union County is governed by a board of three county commissioners. The county is part of Pennsylvania's 12th congressional district.

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