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With a population of 75,322 as of 2019, Union City is a city located in the San Francisco Bay Area in Alameda County, California. Originally a small agricultural community, the city has grown into a thriving suburban community offering residents a high quality of life, diverse neighborhoods, strong economic opportunities, and excellent public services.

Population

As of the 2010 census, Union City had a population of 69,516 residents. By 2018, the population had grown to 74,446 residents. With steady growth over the past two decades, Union City has become the 7th largest city in the Bay Area and the 16th largest city in the nine-county Bay Area.

Union City is noted for its racial and ethnic diversity. As of 2010, the racial makeup of the city was as follows:

• Asian: 33.4%
• Hispanic or Latino: 26.3%
• White: 19.0%
• Black or African American: 13.0%
• Two or more races: 7.7%
• Other races: 5.5%

Over 60 languages are spoken in Union City homes, with Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese, and Vietnamese being the most common.

History

The earliest residents of the Union City area were the Ohlone Native Americans. In 1797, the land that is now Union City was part of the Rancho Los Meganos Mexican land grant given to Jose Joaquin Estudillo by the Spanish crown. American settlement in the area grew rapidly after California became part of the United States in 1850.

Union City itself was founded in 1959 with the merging of the communities of Alvarado and Decoto. Alvarado was a railroad town along the original transcontinental railroad route connecting San Jose and Oakland. Decoto grew with the construction of the Oakland-San Jose railroad right-of-way. On January 13, 1959, the two communities voted to incorporate into a single city called Union City.

For more details on Union City's history, visit the City History page on the city's website or the Museum of Local History.

Economy and Major Employers

Union City has a diverse economic base including health care, retail, manufacturing, construction, technology, education, and government institutions. The city's growing job market provides employment opportunities for local residents. As of 2018, the top employers in Union City were:

• New Haven Unified School District - 917 employees
• Walmart - 400 employees
• Michael's Group - 389 employees
• Macy’s - 300 employees
• City of Union City - 296 employees
• Southland Mall - 250 employees
• Xandex Inc - 245 employees
• Abaxis Inc - 175 employees

For more details on economic development in Union City, visit the Economic Development Department website or Facebook page.

Transportation

Union City is conveniently located near major highways and public transportation providing residents and visitors easy access both locally and to the broader Bay Area region. Key transportation infrastructure includes:

• Highways: Interstate 880 and State Routes 238 and 92
• BART: The Bay Area Rapid Transit rail system with a station located in downtown Union City
• Buses: Union City Transit provides local bus service and connections to BART

For full details on getting around Union City without a car, check out the Public Transportation page on the city website.

Top Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Union City include:

• Sugar Mill Landing Park - Located at 1298 Manila St, this park offers green space, trails, and views of the wetlands restoration project.
• Decoto Railroad Museum - Dedicated to the railroad history of Union City, this museum is located at 12072 Alameda Creek Pkwy.
• Mission San Jose - Founded in 1797, this historical Spanish mission is located at 43300 Mission Blvd in neighboring Fremont.
• Arroyo Park - This community park at 1135 Stanford St has sports fields, play areas, and community gardens.
• East Bay Mud Water Treatment Facility - Offers public tours explaining the water treatment process, located at 114 Old Canyon Rd.
• Union City Library - The city's main public library branch is located at 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd.

Use the map below to explore the locations of some of Union City's top landmarks:

County and School District Information

Union City is located in Alameda County in the state of California. To learn more, visit the Alameda County website or contact:

Alameda County
1221 Oak St #536
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 272-6352

The public schools in Union City are part of the New Haven Unified School District. For details on the district and local schools, visit the NHUSD website.

More Local Resources

Here are some additional useful resources for those living in or visiting Union City:

• Union City Community News & Information Facebook Group - Local news, events, and discussions
• @unioncity.ca Instagram - Photos and highlights of Union City
• Union City Police Instagram - Public safety updates and community outreach
• Hayward Area Recreation and Parks District - Parks, recreation, and classes
• Alameda County Fairgrounds - Local fairgrounds and event venue

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