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Concord, NC

Concord is the county seat and most populous city in Cabarrus County, in the U.S. state of North Carolina. In terms of population, the city of Concord is the second-most populous city in the Charlotte metropolitan area and is the 10th-most populous city in North Carolina and 287th-most populous city in the U.S.

The city was a winner of the All-America City Award in 2004. Located near the center of Cabarrus County in the Piedmont region, it is 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Uptown Charlotte. Concord is the home to some of North Carolina's top tourist destinations, including NASCAR's Charlotte Motor Speedway and Concord Mills.

Concord is located in western Cabarrus County and has a total area of 64.04 square miles (165.9 km²), of which 64.00 square miles (165.8 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) (0.06%) is water.

Concord is located northeast of Charlotte, the largest city in North Carolina. Concord is the second-largest city in the Charlotte Metropolitan Area. It is positioned about halfway between Charlotte and Salisbury. Several other smaller cities and towns are close to Concord, including Kannapolis, China Grove, Landis, Mount Pleasant, Harrisburg, Midland, and Locust.

Concord, located in today's rapidly growing northeast quadrant of the Charlotte metropolitan area, was first settled about 1750 by German and Scots-Irish immigrants. The name was Concord means "to bring into harmony". This name was chosen after a lengthy dispute between the German Lutherans and Scotch-Irish Presbyterians over where the county seat should be located. Concord is considered a relatively old town by US standards, as it was incorporated in 1806. Today, markers identifying the original town limits can be seen downtown.

As county seat, Concord became a center of trade and retail for the cotton-producing region, especially on court days. The downtown would be crowded with farmers and townfolk, in addition to lawyers and their clients. During the antebellum era, wealth was built by planters through the cultivation of cotton as a commodity crop; enslaved African Americans did the work.

Based on wealth from cotton as a commodity crop and through textile manufacturing, Concord's white planters and business owners built some significant homes in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries; they range along North and South Union Street and Edgewood Avenue. Within the North Union Historic District is the Memorial Garden. Located on 3 acres (12,000 m²), the garden winds through the 200-year-old cemetery of the First Presbyterian Church.

Located in the Piedmont, Concord became a site of industrialization with cotton mills in the late 19th century. Among the owners of the new mills in the area were men of the rising black middle-class in Wilmington, North Carolina, such as Warren Clay Coleman, John C. Dancy (appointed as collector of customs at the port), and others, who organized Coleman Manufacturing Company in 1897. They built and operated what is believed to have been the first cotton mill owned by blacks in the nation. They hoped to promote economic security for people of color. However, the Wilmington Insurrection of 1898, with white attacks on black areas of the city, caused many deaths, as well as destroying homes and businesses built by blacks since the Civil War. In 1900, Dancy was among more than 2000 blacks who left the city permanently after the riot. He moved to Washington, DC, was appointed as the federal Recorder of Deeds, and served until 1910. The mill operated under black ownership through 1904, hitting difficult times after Coleman died. The brick mill building was later taken over by Fieldcrest Cannon. It was enlarged and added on to, nearly doubling its square footage.

In the realm of health and wellness, Concord prioritizes the well-being of its residents. The city boasts a comprehensive healthcare system, with facilities such as Atrium Health Cabarrus providing top-notch medical services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Concord Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include  Octane Fitness, Get Fit Together, and Elite Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Concord, such as the Frank Liske Park Loop and McEachern Greenway. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Concord, NC are Charlotte Motor Speedway, SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord, and Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site.

Population: 110,119 (2023). ZIP codes: 28025, 28026, 28027. Area codes: 704, 980. Elevation: 633 ft (193 m). Area: 64.04 sq mi (165.86 km²).

FAQs

Is Concord, NC a good place to live?

Concord is in Cabarrus County and is one of the best places to live in North Carolina. Living in Concord offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Concord, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Concord and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Concord are highly rated.

What is the racial makeup of Concord, NC?

Concord, NC is home to a population of 105k people, of which 94.2% are citizens. As of 2022, 11.2% of Concord, NC residents were born outside of the country (11.8k people). In 2022, there were 2.49 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (56.9k people) in Concord, NC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 22.9k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 6.48k Other (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is Concord, NC famous for?

Concord is the home to some of North Carolina's top tourist destinations, including NASCAR's Charlotte Motor Speedway and Concord Mills. Concord, located in today's rapidly growing northeast quadrant of the Charlotte metropolitan area, was first settled about 1750 by German and Scots-Irish immigrants. The name is Concord means "to bring into harmony".

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Concord

Atrium Health Cabarrus 

Concord Parks and Recreation Department 

Octane Fitness

Get Fit Together 

Elite Fitness

Frank Liske Park Loop 

McEachern Greenway

SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord

Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site

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