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Concord is a city located in Cabarrus County in the U.S. state of North Carolina. With a population of 94,546 as of 2021, it is the county seat and the 8th largest city in North Carolina. Concord is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area.

History

Concord was founded in 1796 by European Americans. The city was named after the Battle of Concord in 1775 during the American Revolutionary War. Prior to European settlement, the indigenous Eastern Siouan-speaking tribe known as the Kadapau (anglicized Catawba) inhabited the area. Concord became the county seat of Cabarrus County in 1796.

During the 19th century, Concord became a trading, manufacturing, and transportation center. The first steam railroad lines reached the city in the 1850s. During the American Civil War, a Confederate prisoner of war camp was located in Concord.

In the 20th century, Concord saw additional growth in manufacturing, aviation, and motorsport industries. The city is home to some of NASCAR's earliest roots. To learn more about the history of Concord, visit the Concord Wikipedia page.

Population

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Concord had a population of 94,546 people. Concord is currently the 8th largest city in North Carolina by population.

The racial makeup of Concord is 62.2% White, 24.2% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 8.4% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. 16.3% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There are 36,763 households in the city, with an average household size of 2.51 persons. The median age is 37.3 years old. For every 100 females, there are 92.7 males.

Economy

Some of the major industries and employers in Concord include:

• Manufacturing - Concord is home to manufacturing plants for companies like General Motors, Cannon Mills, Philip Morris USA, Mitsubishi Polyester Film, and Carolina Biological Supply Company.
• Healthcare - Atrium Health Cabarrus (address: 200 Medical Park Drive, Concord, NC 28025, phone: 704-403-3000) is the largest employer in Concord with over 2,500 employees.
• Motorsports - Several NASCAR teams are headquartered in Concord, including Hendrick Motorsports, Roush Fenway Racing, and Chip Ganassi Racing.
• Aviation - The Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (IATA code: USA) serves general aviation traffic for Concord.
• Retail - Concord Mills shopping mall attracts 14 million visitors annually.

For more information on economic development in Concord, visit the City of Concord's website or the Cabarrus Economic Development Corporation's website.

Landmarks

Charlotte Motor Speedway

The Charlotte Motor Speedway (address: 5555 Concord Parkway S Concord, NC 28027, phone: (800) 455-FANS) located in Concord is a motorsports complex that hosts NASCAR races including the Coca-Cola 600 and the Bank of America 500. The speedway complex features a 1.5 mile quad oval track, a 2.25 mile road course, a 0.25 mile track, offices, garages, grandstands, and campgrounds.

The speedway has been the home of NASCAR's All-Star Race since 1985 and is considered one of the most popular NASCAR tracks. The speedway opened in 1959 and was created by driver and car owner Bruton Smith.

GPS coordinates: 35.326215, -80.671995

Concord Mills

Concord Mills (address: 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, NC 28027, phone: (704) 979-3000) is a large shopping mall located just outside Charlotte. With 1.4 million square feet of retail space, it is one of the largest malls in North Carolina. The mall opened in 1999 and features over 200 stores, restaurants, and attractions including brands like Bass Pro Shops, Dave & Buster's, and LEGO.

Concord Mills draws visitors from around the region with its shopping, restaurants, and entertainment options. It is one of the top tourist destinations in Cabarrus County.

GPS coordinates: 35.403262, -80.720204

Gibson Mill

Gibson Mill (address: 322 Gibson Mill Rd, Concord, NC 28025, phone: (704) 784-4659) is a historic gristmill originally constructed in the early 1800s. Today, it serves as a local history museum and park managed by the Cabarrus County Parks Department. The site features the mill itself, exhibit space, and walking trails along a creek.

Gibson Mill gives visitors a look at 19th century milling operations and local history. It was originally constructed by John Phifer in the 1820s.

GPS coordinates: 35.420762, -80.596103

County Information

Concord is located in Cabarrus County in central North Carolina. The county was formed in 1792 from Mecklenburg County. The county seat and largest city is Concord.

The Cabarrus County Governmental Offices are located at:

65 Church St S, Concord, NC 28025

Phone: (704) 920-2100

Website: https://www.cabarruscounty.us/

School Districts

Concord is served by two public school districts:

Cabarrus County Schools

Address: 4401 Old Airport Rd, Concord, NC 28025

Phone: (704) 788-0300

Website: https://www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/

Kannapolis City Schools

Address: 100 Denver St, Kannapolis, NC 28081

Phone: (704) 938-1131

Website: https://www.kannapolis.k12.nc.us/

Local Resources

Concord Public Library

Address: 27 Union St N, Concord, NC 28025

Phone: (704) 920-2050

Website: https://www.cabarruscounty.us/departments/library

Cabarrus Arena & Events Center

Address: 4751 NC-49, Concord, NC 28025

Phone: (704) 920-3976

Website: https://cabarrusarena.com/

Concord Parks and Recreation

Address: 341 Corban Ave SE, Concord, NC 28025

Phone: (704) 920-5600

Website: https://www.concordnc.gov/Departments/Parks-Recreation

Concord/Kannapolis Area Transit

Address: 30 Community Rd NE, Concord, NC 28025

Phone: (704) 979-2016

Website: https://www.ckrider.com/

Social Media and Websites

Follow Concord on social media to stay up to date on local news and events:

Concord Facebook Page

The city government website for Concord provides information on departments, services, events, and more:

City of Concord Official Website

The Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau promotes tourism and provides visitor information:

Visit Cabarrus

The Cabarrus County Boys and Girls Club provides youth programs and sports:

Cabarrus County Boys & Girls Club

The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers minor league baseball team plays at Atrium Health Ballpark:

Kannapolis Cannon Ballers

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