Concord

Concord serves as the administrative center of Contra Costa County in California, housing county government buildings and public facilities. The city spreads across several valleys east of the Diablo Range and includes residential areas, commercial districts, and open spaces that lie between rolling hills.

The settlement was officially founded in 1869 after the arrival of the railroad in the 1860s accelerated growth in the region. The city evolved from an agricultural community into a suburban center during the 20th century, particularly after World War II when many families moved to the East Bay.

The name comes from the agreement between two rival groups in the 19th century who settled their dispute over the location of a new post office by choosing a shared site. Today, this spirit continues in how neighborhoods with different characters coexist and maintain their own community spaces.

The best time to visit is during spring and fall months when temperatures are comfortable and the hills appear green or golden. Most facilities and shops line the main streets such as Concord Boulevard and Willow Pass Road, which serve as orientation points.

The roots of the city as a postal stop still show in the names of old streets that reference stagecoaches and shipping routes. In addition, a historic streetcar bridge over Walnut Creek crosses parts of the original route that once connected Oakland with the inland areas.

Location: Contra Costa County

Inception: 1869

Elevation above the sea: 23 m

Shares border with: Port Chicago, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Clayton

Address: Concord, CA, USA

Website: https://cityofconcord.org

GPS coordinates: 37.97806,-122.03111

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:52