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Union County
City in Iowa, United States
Overview
Union County in southwest Iowa is anchored by the city of Creston and renowned for its blend of rural landscapes and friendly communities. The area offers a relaxed pace, scenic parks, and a touch of small-town history best experienced in its walkable downtown.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Iowa
Population
26,196
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.03°, -94.24°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
94
Monthly Cost
$1,760
Local Cost
$1,065
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
75
English
99
Temperature
10.2°C
Summer Avg
23.4°C
Winter Avg
-3.9°C
Record High
42.1°C
Record Low
-33.5°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
895 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CSQ
Distance
10 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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