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Overview of Union County, Florida

Original title: Union County, Florida - Wikipedia

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What this does

This document provides the official geographic, demographic, and administrative profile of Union County, which is essential for understanding the local jurisdiction's size, population, and major institutional presence.

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Union County Residents

Residents are subject to the administrative and geographic boundaries of the county.

Florida Department of Corrections

The department operates major correctional facilities within the county's jurisdiction.

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Summary

Union County is the smallest county by area in Florida, located in the north-central part of the state. It was established in 1921 and serves as the location for major state correctional facilities.

Key Facts

Union County was created on October 1, 1921, from part of Bradford County.
The county is the smallest in Florida by land area, covering 250 square miles total.
The 2020 census population was 16,147, with a 2025 estimate of 16,250.
The county seat and largest city is Lake Butler.
The county hosts the Union Correctional Institution and the Reception and Medical Center.
The county is located in the 3rd Congressional District of Florida.
The land area is 244 square miles, with 6.2 square miles of water.
The county is bordered by Baker, Alachua, Bradford, and Columbia counties.

Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the county seat of Union County?

The is Lake Butler.

When was Union County founded?

Union County was created on October 1, 1921.

Are there state prisons in Union County?

Yes, the county is the location of the Union Correctional Institution and the Reception and Medical Center.

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Correctional Hub

The county's infrastructure is significantly defined by the presence of major state correctional facilities.

Union Correctional Institution Reception and Medical Center

Connected Entities

organizationReception and Medical Center“A correctional facility located in the county.”Map →

locationUnion County“The subject of the report.”Map →

locationLake Butler“The county seat.”Map →

organizationUnion Correctional Institution“A maximum security prison located in the county.”Map →

locationBradford County“The county from which Union County was created.”Map →

Sources

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