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Concow, CA

California · Butte County · Metropolitan Area

Concow is a small town in California with a population of 174.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
174 Population 6/sq mi density
$263,800 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $263,800
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$57,318
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute41 min

Housing

Home Value$263,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units178
Rent Burden34.1%

Health

Obesity29.0%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,081 ft (634 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute41 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries7

Is Concow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Concow receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Concow 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%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Concow is $263,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Concow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Concow has a population of 174 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.4%).

Population

174
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
27.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Concow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Concow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Concow is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Concow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$57,318
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.8 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Concow is $263,800, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,800
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units178
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In Concow, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,707
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:113
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Concow has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,081 ft (634 m)
Area27.4 sq mi (71.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates39.7703°N, 121.5135°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyButte County County
County FIPS06007
Concow is located in Butte County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area27.4 sq mi
CountyButte County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.8 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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