How much does it cost to rent in Concord, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Concord, CA is $2,584. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Concord cheaper than other California cities?

Concord falls in the middle range for California, ranking #250 out of 387 cities at $2,584/mo.

When was Concord rent data last updated?

Concord rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Concord

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Pop. 124,035·250th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,584/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.0%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

+$619

Rising (Monthly)

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Concord · $2,584

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Concord's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,584/mo

Expected by trend

$2,675/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Concord's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,893

1 BR

$2,153

2 BR

$2,625

3 BR

$3,365

4 BR+

$3,993

Research median

$2,625/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$31,008/yr

At $2,584/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.0% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Concord, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

124,035

Median income

$108,709

Median age

39.1

Renters

38.4%

Age distribution

21.3%

21.5%

27.7%

13.1%

16.4%

Under 1821.3%

18–3421.5%

35–5427.7%

55–6413.1%

65+16.4%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

44.9%

32.4%

14%

White44.9%

Black4%

Hispanic32.4%

Asian14%

Other4.7%

Education (25+)

12.7%

20.4%

29.4%

37.5%

No HS diploma12.7%

HS diploma20.4%

Some college29.4%

Bachelor's+37.5%

Housing tenure

61.6%

38.4%

Owner61.6%

Renter38.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Concord, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,142 → $2,584

up 20.6%

Income

$100,011 → $108,709

up 8.7%

Population

125,769 → 124,035

down 1.4%

Renter share

39.8% → 38.4%

-1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

36.7% → 37.5%

+0.8 pts

Median age

38.5 → 39.1

+0.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Concord, CA paid around $2,142 a month. That figure now sits near $2,584, up 20.6% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $100,011 to $108,709 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.7% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Concord, CA losing about 1,734 residents over the five-year window, down 1.4% on net. Taken together, the five-year picture in Concord, CA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Concord on your salary?

At $2,584/mo, how Concord rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 39.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 14.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 41.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 46.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Concord rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Concord. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Concord

About renting in Concord, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Concord is $2,584/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,893/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,625/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,153/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,365/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($108,709/yr), Concord ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Concord an affordable city for renters?

Concord is considered affordable for renters. At $2,584/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($108,709/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Concord falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Concord?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $103,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,584/mo in Concord. The local median household income is $108,709/yr, meaning the typical Concord household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Concord?

Rent in Concord has increased 2.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Concord neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Concord are 94520 ($2,411/mo), 94519 ($2,688/mo), and 94518 ($2,809/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Concord is $2,584/mo.

How does Concord rent compare to other cities in California?

Concord is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #250 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,584/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Concord?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Concord ($2,584/mo): Pittsburg ($2,396/mo), Martinez ($2,461/mo).

What percentage of Concord residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.4% of Concord households are renters, while 61.6% are owner-occupied. Concord leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Concord rent compare to the national average?

Concord's median rent of $2,584/mo is $619 (32%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #250 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,584/mo, rent takes ~29% of Concord's median household income ($108,709/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Concord 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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