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Union City, California

Located in Alameda County, California, Union City was established in 1959. Formed from the union of Alvarado, Decoto, and New Haven. One of the most diverse cities in the East Bay.
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Founded 1959 | Population 75,000 | Peak 75,000 (2024) | County Alameda County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Union City, California

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1959 Founded: Union City was founded as a railroad town in Alameda County.
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1959 Incorporated: Merger of Alvarado, Decoto, and New Haven.
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2010 Modern Era: Union City continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Union City continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Did You Know?

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Formed from the union of Alvarado, Decoto, and New Haven.
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One of the most diverse cities in the East Bay.
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Located between Fremont and Hayward.
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Union City is located in Alameda County, California.
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Union City was founded in 1959.

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