Union Springs
Union Springs offers the quiet pleasures of small town life, yet is close
to all major cities in Alabama. The annual temperature is a moderate 65 degrees.
Hot summer days are seldom without a breeze and below freezing temperatures are a
winter rarity. The moderate climate allows year round activities. The City has
a walking trail and the tree lined streets offer other avenues of trails. Gold
tennis, and swimming are available at the private Country Club and will be available at
the new YMCA. Many Civic Clubs and Volunteer opportunities are waiting. Annual
events include the Fitzpatrick Fox Hunts in March, Chunnenuggee Fair in May, Veterans Day
Celebration in November, and Christmas Parade in December. Union Springs is
the Bird Dog Trail Capital of the World. Field Dog Trails are held November to
March. The largest amateur dog trail in the nation is held each February at
Sedgefields Plantation. From November to March the area is known as hunter's
paradise. Hunting clubs and lodges have formed to host individuals and groups.
Wehle Nature Center in Midway offers a return to nature experience.
Union Springs is a community that takes pride in its heritage but
maintains a progressive outlook. A Mayors-Council form of government governs the
city. The cost of living is lower, low crime rate, and excellent health care
facilities are available. Within a forty-five minute drive radius three universities
and three military bases are available.
The Union Springs-Bullock County Tourism Council and City of Union Springs
Retirement Committee are available to help anyone seeking information or retiring
to Bullock County. The Tourism Council has retirees available for
consultations. Contact the Tourism Council Retiree Committee, P.O. Box 5236, Union
Springs, Alabama 36089. (334) 738-8687, Fax (334) 5068 E-mail
macl@ustcolin.net.
Community Profile
Population (2000)
| City |
3,670 |
| County |
11,714 |
| Per capita Income (2000) |
$9,666 |
| Median Family Income (2000) |
$20,645 |
Location/Transportation
Find us
| Commercial Airline |
no |
| Nearest Regional Airport |
Franklin Field 4 miles |
| Distance to other Commercial Airports |
|
| Montgomery Airport |
52 miles |
| Birmingham Airport |
|
| Atlanta Airport |
153 miles |
| Interstate Highways: |
No |
| Distance to Interstate Highways |
|
| I 65 |
45 miles |
| ! 85 |
25 Miles |
| Four Lane Highways |
7 miles 82-E |
| State Highways |
Hwy. 82, Hwy. 29 |
| Distance to: |
|
| Atlanta |
153 miles |
| Birmingham |
134 miles |
| Mobile |
220 miles |
| Tallahassee |
|
| Gulf Shores, Al |
202 miles |
| Public Transportation |
Trailways Bus Line |
Crime Statistics
Crime Index: 2867.80
National: 4,922.7
State: 4,889.7
* The Crime Index is a measure of the number of crimes per 100,000 population. The index is composed of selected offenses used to gauge fluctuations in the overall volume and rate of crime reported to law enforcement. The offenses included are the violent crimes of murder and nonnegligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, and property crimes of burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
Cost of Living Index
| Dothan MSA |
93.1 |
| Montgomery MSA |
100 |
Local Taxes
| Property Taxes on $100,000 home with homestead exemption: |
City $502.00 County $372.00. |
| Total Millage Rate |
City 56.5 County 43.5 |
| Sales Tax |
7.5 |
| Automobile Tag: $15,000 vehicle |
City $127.69 County $98.31 |
For details on Alabama State Taxes, click here. (Alabama
Revenue Department)
Housing Costs
| Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - 5 to 10 yrs
old |
$32,000.00 |
| Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - New |
$80,000.00 |
Utilities/Services
| Public Water |
Yes |
| Cost per 1000 gallons |
$9.20 |
| Public Sewer |
Yes |
| Cost of Sewage Service |
$4.75 + |
| Electricity |
|
| Cost per 1000 kwh |
$75.00 |
| Garbage Service |
|
| Cost |
$15.00per month |
| Number of pick ups per week |
- 1 |
| Cable TV |
|
| Cost of Basic Service |
$19.90 |
| Number of basic channels |
13 |
| Percent of community coverage |
100% |
Health Care
| Physicians |
|
| City |
5 |
| County |
|
| Hospital Beds |
|
| City |
30 |
| County |
|
| Nursing Home Facilities |
1 |
| Assisted Living Facilities |
1 |
| Regional Health Care Center |
yes |
| Proximity to nearest Regional Health Care Center |
|
| Montgomery Baptist Hospital |
14 miles |
| Jackson Hospital-Montgomery |
42 miles |
|
|
Health Care Cost Index:(Available for Regional Health Care Centers
only - percent of national average)
| Dothan MSA |
82.9 |
| Montgomery MSA |
96.4 |
Source: ACCRA Data
Military Posts
| Ft. Rucker |
40 Miles |
| Maxwell AFB |
50 miles |
| Gunter AFB |
40 miles |
Armed Services Links
FAMNET - best information for relocation
Department of Veteran Affairs
Air Force Personnel Center
Bureau of Naval Affairs
Retired and Annuity Pay
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
Religion
| Place of Worship |
26 |
| Denominations |
All but Jewish |
Weather
|
High |
Mean |
Low |
| Spring |
76.2 |
63.6 |
50.5 |
| Summer |
91 |
80.4 |
69.4 |
| Fall |
77.6 |
65.1 |
52.1 |
| Winter |
57.2 |
46.4 |
35 |
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| Rainfall |
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| Snow |
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Life Long Learning Opportunities
| Post Secondary Institutions |
no |
| Name/Distance to nearest P/S institutions |
|
| Auburn University |
40 miles |
| Troy University |
46 miles |
| |
|
| Public Library |
yes |
Tourism/Recreation
| Community Recreation Programs |
yes |
| Senior Programs |
Yes |
Regional Links
SAEDP Tourism/Recreation
Southeast Alabama Network
Historic Chattahoochee Commission
State Links
State of Alabama
Alabama State Parks
Travel and Tourism
Department of Conservation
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
Alabama Live
For more detailed county demographics, please visit the American
Community Network.
Interested in more community information?
| Please contact: |
Barbara McLaurine Tourism Council |
| Address: |
PO Box 5236, Union Springs, Al.36089 |
| Email |
mack@ustconline.net. |
| Web site |
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