Union City should not be confused with the city of Union, which lies in Union County; both are in the state of New Jersey. Union City, New Jersey lies in Hudson County and is just a stones throw away from the two biggest cities in the area: Jersey city and New York City.

With a population of over 66,000 Union City, New Jersey is not reliant on its big city, next door neighbors for employment opportunities and recreational facilities, although having access to two of the biggest and best cities in New York and New Jersey states can’t be a bad thing for Union City residents. With employment in the manufacturing and retail areas, Union City, New Jersey is an industry based city in the heart of Hudson County.

Offering all the amenities that one would expect from a community of its size, Union City residents have access to hospitals, excellent schools, restaurants, shopping facilities and also an international airport close by in the form of Newark International Airport.

A modest medium family income of around $30,000 is the norm in Union City, New Jersey and this has had a knock-on effect in the property market. Medium house prices are in the mid $140,000 range and so are easily affordable. With the great location and commuter options that are available in Union City, as well as the affordable housing, the city is attractive to young couples, people looking to get on the property ladder and also low income families.