Climate
Concord's climate is rather mild throughout the four seasons.
Geography
Concord is just outside of Charlotte, the Queen City.
Cultural Attractions
Discovery Place in Charlotte is the largest science and technology museum in the Carolinas.
Recreation
Lowes Motor Speedway is a well-known NASCAR racetrack.
Historical
The city's name dates to 1796, when the Germans and the Scots-Irish came to an agreement on where the county seat should be located; Concord can otherwise be defined as "harmony."
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 74,518
- Population under 55:
- 79.2%
- Population over 55:
- 20.8%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Charlotte
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 87°F July High, 27°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $46,311
- Median home price:
- $148,500
- Average property tax:
- $431
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 10.1%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 9
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 13
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 15/1
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 35/1
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 353
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