Moving from Charlotte, NC to Concord, NC
Moving from Charlotte, NC to Concord, NC is a 20 mi drive, about 34 min by car. This is a local relocation — same-day moves are typical — but cost-of-living, housing, and tax lines still shift enough to plan around. The sections below pull current figures from BEA, the Census Bureau, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA for a side-by-side look.
20 mi · 34 min by car · NC
Distance & route
| Route through | NC |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | US 29, I 85, NC 16 |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Charlotte | Concord | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 97.348 | 97.348 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 89.164 | 89.164 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.58 | 96.58 | 100.0 |
| Services | 97.635 | 97.635 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Concord and Charlotte is within ±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) — plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home values in Charlotte and Concord are within 5% of each other ($397,125 vs $382,592 on Zillow ZHVI, 2026-03).
YoY change: Charlotte -1.3%, Concord -1.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Charlotte | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 61°F | 61°F |
| January avg low | 32°F | 29°F |
| July avg high | 90°F | 92°F |
| Annual snowfall | 3.5" | 3.3" |
| Annual precipitation | 43.6" | 47.9" |
Annual average temperatures in Charlotte (61.4°F) and Concord (60.7°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Concord averages 3.3 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS AP, NC US, CONCORD, NC US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Charlotte | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 886,283 | 106,518 |
| Median household income | $78,438 | $84,752 |
| Median age | 34.4 | 36.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30.4% | 25.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.45 | 2.88 |
Median household income in Concord is 0.0% above Charlotte ($78,438 → $84,752, ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Concord MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 150,700 | $43,540 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 147,550 | $37,460 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 135,930 | $37,730 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 110,080 | $82,720 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 109,770 | $29,110 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Winter driving along this route
- I-40 through Pigeon Gap and I-26 over Saluda Grade can see chain requirements in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Concord average 92°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Atlantic hurricane season runs August through October, particularly on the Outer Banks.
- Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
- Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
Frequently asked
What is the climate difference between Charlotte and Concord?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 60.7°F in Concord vs 61.4°F in Charlotte (0.7°F colder). Annual snowfall: 3.3 in vs 3.5 in. Annual precipitation: 47.9 in vs 43.6 in.
How does household income compare in Charlotte vs Concord?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,752 in Concord vs $78,438 in Charlotte — a 8.0% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Charlotte to Concord?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 20 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Concord compare to Charlotte?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,830 in the Concord MSA vs $47,830 in the Charlotte MSA, on total employment of 1,311,360 and 1,311,360 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How much do homes cost in Concord compared to Charlotte?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $382,592 in Concord vs $397,125 in Charlotte — a 3.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Concord, NC from Charlotte, NC?
The driving distance is 20 mi and the route typically takes 34 min via US 29 and I 85. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Charlotte, NC · Concord, NC.