Contra Costa County
- County in California
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Contra Costa County
- grade AOverall Grade
- County in California
- Rating 3.98 out of 5 54 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade A minus
- Housinggrade D
- Nightlifegrade A
- Good for Familiesgrade A
- Diversitygrade A+
- Jobsgrade B minus
- Weathergrade A+
- Cost of Livinggrade D minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade A+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A+
- Commutegrade C+
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Median Home Value
$689,000
National
$244,900Median Rent
$2,061
National
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Crime & Safety
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault181.4national 282.7
- Murder3.8national 6.1
- Rape27.1national 40.7
- Robbery138.2national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary373.6national 500.1
- Theft1,804.6national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft520national 284
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Working in Contra Costa County
Jobs
grade B minus
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$110,455
National
$69,021Top Public Schools Serving Contra Costa County
- grade A+
Campolindo High School
- Rating 4 out of 5 285 reviews
- grade A+
Miramonte High School
- Rating 3.95 out of 5 226 reviews
- grade A+
Dougherty Valley High School
- Rating 3.76 out of 5 713 reviews
- grade A+
Monte Vista High School
- Rating 3.88 out of 5 294 reviews
- grade A+
Acalanes High School
- Rating 3.83 out of 5 198 reviews
Top Private Schools Near Contra Costa County
- grade A+
The Athenian School
- Rating 4.37 out of 5 76 reviews
- grade A+
Bentley School
- Rating 4.1 out of 5 108 reviews
- grade A+
Carondelet High School
- Rating 3.97 out of 5 290 reviews
- grade A+
Contra Costa Christian Schools
- Rating 4.39 out of 5 71 reviews
- grade A
De La Salle High School
- Rating 4.48 out of 5 93 reviews
Top Places to Live in Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County Reviews
Rating 3.98 out of 5 54 reviews
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I have lived here in the Bay Area my whole life, and no matter what it will always be home. There are many cool things to do here, being so close to San Francisco, beaches, shopping and some of the best food around. I am excited to try new things, and am definitely a foodie, so the fact that there are so many options from many different cultures is probably my favorite part about the Bay.
The biggest issue currently I would say is homelessness. In the past few years, the amount of displaced people has probably tripled. It is a sad and tragic truth in our every day lives. I hope that in the near future our area, and state, can find some kind of solutions and help for these people.
The biggest issue currently I would say is homelessness. In the past few years, the amount of displaced people has probably tripled. It is a sad and tragic truth in our every day lives. I hope that in the near future our area, and state, can find some kind of solutions and help for these people.
I've lived in Contra Costa County my entire life, and it has always been a community that feels like home. School districts, recreational clubs, and cities are all very interconnected, creating a strong sense of familiarity for residents. There's a wide array of activities available for families, individuals, and visitors.
It a clean area with great neighborhoods. Great environment to be in!Contra Costa is filled with great leaders and try’s its best to make the community a safe place for all! There are multiple sports, arts, and extra curricular programs in the area.