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Moving to Concord

South metro community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

An established unincorporated South County community centered on residential neighborhoods and major suburban corridors.

The short version

Concord is a primarily residential part of South St. Louis County with established subdivisions, convenient retail access and an unincorporated government structure.

What stands out

Concord is a Census-designated place rather than a municipality. Its housing is largely suburban and established, with commercial activity concentrated along the surrounding road network rather than in a traditional downtown.\n\nThe location can be practical for households oriented toward South County and Interstate 55 or 270. Exact school boundaries, traffic patterns, sidewalks, municipal-style services and property condition should be checked by address.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
18,368
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$303,600
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$1,215
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
24.1 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$89,038
as of 2024-12-31Source
2020 housing units
7,542
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
17,668
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Concord

These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.

Local snapshot

Best for & local character

South metroResidentialCar-oriented

Highlights

  • 17,668 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 7,542 housing units in the 2020 Census
  • South County & Jefferson/Franklin

How it scores

CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.

Walkability37
Transit18
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining35
Parks & outdoors66
Arts & culture30
Quiet & peaceful68
The decision brief

Is Concord a good fit?

What stands out

Concord has the South County YMCA and access to Grant's Trail in its local mix. Consider it if those are regular stops you would use; check the route to the nearest trail entrance rather than assuming every address is trail-adjacent.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 24.1 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.

Source

Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Concord against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.

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Homes & housing

What does housing cost here?

Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.

Median owner-occupied home value
$303,600

A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,215

Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.

Data: 2024-12-31View source

Price is only part of the monthly payment

For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.

Plan the daily trip

Commute & getting around

Published mean travel time to work: 24.1 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.

Source
Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Concord. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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Identify the district

Start with the property’s complete street address.

2

Check the boundary tool

Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.

3

Confirm before deciding

Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.

Missouri DESE school directory and map

DESE says its maps are for reference; confirm official boundaries with county authorities and the district.

How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

A few documented places in Concord; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Concord

What is it like to live in Concord?+

Concord is a Census-designated place rather than a municipality. Its housing is largely suburban and established, with commercial activity concentrated along the surrounding road network rather than in a traditional downtown.\n\nThe location can be practical for households oriented toward South County and Interstate 55 or 270. Exact school boundaries, traffic patterns, sidewalks, municipal-style services and property condition should be checked by address. Concord has the South County YMCA and access to Grant's Trail in its local mix. Consider it if those are regular stops you would use; check the route to the nearest trail entrance rather than assuming every address is trail-adjacent.

What should I know about housing costs in Concord?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $303,600 in Concord. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.

Source
What should movers know about schools in Concord?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Concord. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.

Use the Missouri DESE school directory
What is commuting from Concord like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 24.1 minutes for residents of Concord. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.

Source
What costs should I consider before moving to Concord?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,215/month in Concord. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.

Source
What should I verify before choosing a home in Concord?+

The published mean travel time to work is 24.1 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Grant's Trail — Concord access is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.

Source
Keep narrowing the decision

Put Concord in context.

The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.

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Understand the geography

Map of Concord

See where Concord sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.

Open full map

This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.

Around town

Places to know

Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Concord.

Parks & outdoors

1 place
Greenway trailNearby

Grant's Trail — Concord access

A nearby access point to the paved Grant's Trail greenway across south St. Louis County.

Official details

Family destinations

1 place
Recreation center

South County YMCA

A YMCA facility serving Concord and surrounding south-county communities.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Shopping center

Concord Plaza

A neighborhood retail center along the Concord and Lindbergh commercial area.

Official details

Things to do

2 places
Bowling center

Concord Bowl

A neighborhood bowling center serving Concord and the surrounding south-county area.

Official details
Sculpture parkNearby

Laumeier Sculpture Park

A nearby open-air art museum and park that is one of south county's principal cultural destinations.

Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here4 sources · expand

CityHub separates sourced facts from editorial guidance. Official data may describe different time periods; each fact shows its represented date when available.