Concord, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Concord is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,367.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,367 Population 245/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,185 per capita
$189,900 Home Value $271,978 Zillow
$768 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $189,900
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $768
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,367
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,185
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$476M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$189,900
Rent$768
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,978

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation849 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+78.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Concord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Concord receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Concord has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Concord is $189,900, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $768 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Concord enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Concord has a population of 1,367 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 15.6% Black.

Population

1,367
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Concord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Concord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Concord is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Concord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,185
Avg Weekly Wage$788
IRS Avg AGI$60,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)533
County GDP$476M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare26
Retail61
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,244
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Concord is $189,900, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $768 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,978.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,900
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,978
Median List Price$229,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,000
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$768
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,244
36% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Concord, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death7,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities26

Crime Rates: Concord vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Concord has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation849 ft (259 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates37.3448°N, 78.9829°W
County FIPS51011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+78.8%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants23
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home9.2%

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