Concord, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $84,389

12% higher than US avg

Home Value $279,400

1% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 42.0%

25% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,166

0% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.0%

10% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.9%

85% lower than US avg

How Concord Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population18,028

Median Age43.5 yrs

Density3,278/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans8.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$84,389

Per Capita$43,749

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty1.9%

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$279,400

Rent$1,166

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$325,389

Housing Units7,845

Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity29.0%

Uninsured6.5%

Smoking13.6%

Depression26.0%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain46.1 in/yr

Sunny Days252/yr

Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

Bachelor's+42.0%

High School+96.6%

Graduate+15.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute24 min

Broadband92.8%

Is Concord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Concord receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Concord stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Concord is $84,389, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Concord is $279,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Concord experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Concord has a population of 18,028 with a density of 3,278 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents, while 9.2% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.6% of residents have a disability. 97.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,028

Total Population

3,278

People / sq mi

43.5yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

5.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Concord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.8%
	16% above US avg
Spanish	9.2%
	31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Concord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Concord is $84,389, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,749 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Concord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$84,389
	12% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.9%
	85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.2 min
Drive Alone	80.1%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Concord is $279,400, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,389, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.8% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,166 (0% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 7,845 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$279,400
	1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$325,389
Median List Price	$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$299,900
$/Sq Ft	$167
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.8%
Price Drops	37.5%
Inventory	16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,166
	0% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	84.7%
Housing Units	7,845
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

In Concord, 29.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 29.4% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 22.0% are physically inactive. 26.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Concord vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.0%
	10% below US avg
Diabetes	8.1%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	29.4%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.6%
	3% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.2%
Physical Inactivity	22.0%
Depression	26.0%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.5%
Uninsured	6.5%
	24% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	68.0%

Food & Exercise

Concord experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.3°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	46.1 inches
	21% above US avg
Snowfall	15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	144 ft (44 m)
Area	5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density	3,278/sq mi
Coordinates	42.4604°N, 71.3490°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	3.9 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-3°C)	3.4 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	4.0 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.9 in
May	56°F (14°C)	3.7 in
June	65°F (18°C)	3.6 in
July	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.8 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.6 in
October	51°F (11°C)	3.9 in
November	42°F (5°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
December	31°F (-1°C)	4.1 in

Concord has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.4").

42.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 15.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet access. 80.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	42.0%
	25% above US avg
High School+	96.6%
Graduate Degree+	15.5%
School Test Score	5.51

A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	3,278/sq mi
Total Area	5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.2 min
Drive Alone	80.1%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	14.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Concord

What is the population of Concord?

Concord has a population of 18,028 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 3,278 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Concord expensive to live in?

Concord is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $84,389, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $279,400 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Concord?

Concord has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Concord?

The job market in Concord is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Concord?

The median home value in Concord is $279,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,389. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,166. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Concord?

Schools in Concord score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 42.0% of adults in Concord hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 15.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Concord?

The obesity rate in Concord is 29.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 22.0% are physically inactive. 26.0% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Concord?

The average commute in Concord is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Concord?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Concord is 91.8% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.2% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are military veterans. 11.6% of residents have a disability. 97.5% have health insurance coverage.

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