Union County, Administrative division in northern Mississippi, United States
Union County extends across 1,080 square kilometers of land in Mississippi, featuring New Albany as its administrative center and largest municipality.
The county formed in 1870 through the combination of territories from Tippah and Pontotoc counties, with an additional section from Lee County included in 1874.
The population of Union County includes a mix of 77 percent White residents, 14 percent Black or African American residents, and 4 percent Hispanic residents.
Interstate 22 and U.S. Route 78 serve as primary transportation routes through Union County, connecting residents to major regional destinations.
A portion of Holly Springs National Forest lies within Union County borders, providing natural resources and recreational spaces for the region.
Location: Mississippi
Inception: 1870
Capital city: New Albany
Website: http://unioncoms.com/
Shares border with: Benton County, Pontotoc County, Lee County, Tippah County, Prentiss County, Lafayette County, Marshall County
Website: http://unioncoms.com
GPS coordinates: 34.49000,-89.00000
Latest update: March 10, 2025 11:05
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