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Union City Tennessee Map

Explore Union City, Tennessee, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Union City, Tennessee

How to Use This Union City, Tennessee Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Union City, Tennessee. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Tennessee or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Union City.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Union City
State	Tennessee (TN)
County	Obion County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	36.42423
Longitude	-89.05701
Population	11,170
Density	356.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	38261, 38281
Area Code	901
County Seat	Union City
School District	Union City School District

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About Union City, Tennessee

Union City is a locality in Obion County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of 11,170. The population density is 356.2 people per km². Union City is located at 36.4242°N, 89.0570°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Union City is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 38261, 38281.

Union City rises from the fertile plains of West Tennessee, where the landscape stretches toward the horizon in a vast, open expanse of rich agricultural earth. It lies 8.7 miles north-northeast of Polk, TN (from Polk, TN: bearing 23°T), and is situated 8.7 miles north of Crockett. The First Creek meanders through the landscape, providing a quiet, constant presence that shapes the drainage of the surrounding fields. Residents often enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of Kiwanis Park, which serves as a central green space for outdoor activity. On clear days, the distant silhouette of Hickory Ridge marks the far edge of the horizon, offering a subtle contrast to the otherwise level topography. The quality of light during the late afternoon casts a golden, heavy glow across the fields, emphasizing the deep connection between the people of Union City and the soil they cultivate.

History in Union City reflects the industrious nature of a region deeply tied to its regional agricultural output and the development of processing facilities. Local economy centers on manufacturing and the distribution of goods, supported by a network of infrastructure that has evolved over many decades. The expansion of regional industry has provided a steady foundation for the workforce, allowing for a balanced pace of life that values consistency and labor. Beyond the immediate industrial sectors, the surrounding territory, including the nearby Cypress Creek Bottom, remains vital to the economic health of the region. Houser Creek Dam provides a localized water resource that underscores the practical, utilitarian relationship the area maintains with its natural environment.

Cultural character in Union City manifests in the pride of its people and their commitment to preserving local institutions that anchor the social experience. The Discovery Park of America stands as a significant landmark, drawing visitors to explore expansive exhibits that bridge the gap between regional heritage and global knowledge. Annual community events bring neighbors together in common celebration, reinforcing the bonds that define the collective spirit of Union City. Among those who have achieved wider recognition, the legendary musician Davy Crockett remains a figure whose historical legacy is frequently associated with the broader cultural identity of this portion of Tennessee. Life here maintains a deliberate tempo, where the quietude of the evening is as much a part of the day as the morning work, leaving space for genuine reflection in the heart of the plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Kiwanis Park (Local Park) — 0.0 mi, 097° E
The Fear Factory (Attraction) — 0.1 mi, 001° N
Nash Street Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 082° E
Abraham Lincoln (Public Artwork) — 1.2 mi, 318° NW
Graham Park (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 094° E
Reelfoot (State Park) — 7.4 mi, 267° W
Gooch Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.8 mi, 175° S
Three Rivers Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.9 mi, 180° S
Casey Jones Marker (Monument) — 9.2 mi, 009° N
Red Devil Stadium (Stadium) — 9.9 mi, 060° NE
The Angry Axe (Attraction) — 11.3 mi, 118° SE
Confederate Memorial (Monument) — 11.6 mi, 058° NE
Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.4 mi, 275° W · 16k acres
Big Cypress Tree (State Park) — 17.5 mi, 148° SE
Camp Bearregard Memorial (Monument) — 18.0 mi, 055° NE
Lake Isom National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.2 mi, 252° W · 3,626 acres
Caboose (Attraction) — 23.0 mi, 262° W
Cotton Belt Caboose (Attraction) — 30.6 mi, 324° NW
Trenton Teapot Museum (Museum) — 31.5 mi, 168° S
Dyer County Historical Society (Museum) — 32.5 mi, 214° SW
Burgess Chapel School (Historic Ruins) — 33.2 mi, 219° SW
Turner Recital Hall (Theatre) — 36.0 mi, 123° SE
Bouldin Auditorium (Theatre) — 36.0 mi, 123° SE
Ceremonial Mound (Historic Ruins) — 37.8 mi, 357° N
Lowest Point in Illinois (Viewpoint) — 39.0 mi, 353° N
GEM Theatre (Cinema) — 40.3 mi, 351° N
Malco (Cinema) — 42.5 mi, 318° NW
Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 52.2 mi, 347° N · 274k acres
Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 56.1 mi, 088° E · 171k acres
Land Between the Lakes Other (National Forest) — 56.1 mi, 088° E · 171k acres

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