Union County Map, North Carolina, USA

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Map of Union County - Union County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Union County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Union County located in the map, major cities in Union county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Union County, North Carolina

About Union County, North Carolina

Union County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Monroe. As per 2020 census, the population of Union County is 243648 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 640 sq mi (1,658 km2). Union County was established on 1842.

Facts about Union County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionSouthern Piedmont (Charlotte metro area)
County SeatMonroe
Named After“Union” as a compromise name between political factions
Established1842 (from parts of Anson and Mecklenburg counties)
Coordinates~34.99° N, 80.55° W
Total Area~640 sq mi
Land Area~637 sq mi
Water Area~3 sq mi
Population (2020)~238,267
Estimated Population (2025)~269,262
Population Rank (NC)~8th largest county
Largest CommunityIndian Trail
Main Towns & CommunitiesMonroe, Indian Trail, Waxhaw, Marshville, Weddington, Marvin, Stallings, Fairview, Hemby Bridge, Mineral Springs, Unionville, Lake Park, Wesley Chapel, Wingate
Main IndustriesManufacturing, Services, Retail, Transportation, Commuter economy
Major Geographic FeaturesSouthern Piedmont rolling terrain, Rocky River, Lake Twiddy, Richardson & Beaverdam Creeks
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00 / −04:00 DST)
Known ForRapid suburban growth near Charlotte, historic downtown Monroe, annual community festivals
Websitehttps://www.unioncountync.gov

Top Attractions in Union County, North Carolina

  • Historic Downtown Monroe – Shops, dining, and heritage buildings.
  • Reed Gold Mine – Gold mining history and tours.
  • Rocky River Greenway – Walking and biking trails.
  • Union County History Center – Local history exhibits.
  • Lake Twitty Park – Boating, fishing, and picnics.
  • Marvin Gardens – Outdoor recreation and events.
  • Historic Marshville – Shops and cultural sites.
  • Hickory Ridge Park – Sports fields and trails.
  • Union County Fairgrounds – Fairs and festivals.
  • South Piedmont Community Park – Recreation and nature.

Cities & Towns in Union County, North Carolina

Monroe, Indian Trail, Waxhaw, Weddington, Marshville, Stallings, Wingate, Mineral Springs, Fairview, Lake Park