| ZIP Code | 94521 |
|---|---|
| City | Concord |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Area Code | 925 |
| Elevation | 417 ft |
| Latitude | 37.95291 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.969696 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.6% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 352 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,155 (17.8%) |
| Some College | 2,882 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 4,484 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,268 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,881 (44.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $127,312 ▲ 67% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $823,100 ▲ 195% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,388/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,083 |
| Vacant Units | 476 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,083 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 476 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 94521 is located in Concord, California, within Contra Costa County. With a population of 41,118, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 94521 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $127,312 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94521 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $823,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,388 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 94521 is majority White (53.52%). Residents are well-educated — 55.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94521 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 94521 in Concord, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,118 residents, a median household income of $127,312, and a median home value of $823,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.