Cost of Living in Union City, NJ
Population: 66,375 • 2026 Data
$65,369
Median Household Income
-16% vs national
$1,489
Median Monthly Rent
+10% vs national
$446,800
Median Home Value
+32% vs national
8.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Union City
The median home value in Union City, NJ is $446,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,489, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,565.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Union City, NJ is $65,369. The unemployment rate stands at 8.5%, with a labor force of 36,713 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.