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Trying Daeho in Concord, CA 😋
A local food Short shared by trinhdoesthings.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Concord
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
124,260
Median age 38.6
Median household income
$109,195
Median rent
$2,226/mo
Median home value
$755,900
Schools
43
4 districts
Summer high / winter low
88° / 41°
Pros
- Household incomes run 39% above the US median ($109,195).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.68% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in May, June, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 32 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 149% more than the US median ($755,900).
- Sales tax is 9.75%, among the higher rates in the country.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Concord?
Concord spans 5 zip codes. Median home values range from $563,300 to $826,500 by zip.
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9.6.25
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Is Concord a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 39% above the US median ($109,195). Property taxes are low: about 0.68% of home value a year (US 0.98%). On the other hand: Homes cost 149% more than the US median ($755,900). Sales tax is 9.75%, among the higher rates in the country.
How much do I need to earn to live in Concord?
The median household earns $109,195. Rent at the median ($2,226/month) is about 24% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $89,040 a year.
How many schools are in Concord?
43 public and private schools across 4 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Concord?
Highs average 88°F in July and lows 41°F in December. The most comfortable months are May, June, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.