Housing Options Support Growth in the Green Empowerment Zone

The Green Empowerment Zone provides housing options that support clean energy companies in attracting executives, site selectors, and employees. Contra Costa County delivers relative affordability and consistent housing appreciation compared with other Bay Area counties.

Contra Costa County Housing Offers Competitive Value

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Contra Costa County maintains strong market performance:

  • Median sale price relative to Santa Clara County: 47% lower
  • Median sale price relative to San Francisco County: 44% lower
  • Median sale price relative to Alameda County: 29% lower

These percentages highlight cost advantages while demonstrating strong buyer demand and stable appreciation trends.

Housing Supports Talent Recruitment and Retention

Contra Costa County offers predictable investment value, with median sale-to-list ratios remaining near 100%, and inventory levels supporting steady market activity. Housing in the Green Empowerment Zone represents both an operational benefit and a long-term asset for workforce stability and corporate investment.

Long-Term Housing Potential

Contra Costa County offers predictable investment value, with median sale-to-list ratios remaining near 100%, and inventory levels supporting steady market activity. Housing in the Green Empowerment Zone represents both an operational benefit and a long-term asset for workforce stability and corporate investment.

Compare Housing Markets Quickly

CountyMedian Sale Price % of Contra CostaPercent of Sales Above ListMedian Days to Pending
Contra Costa100%50.70%22
Alameda140%62.30%21
San Francisco180%64.10%20
Santa Clara211%64.80%17

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Contra Costa County

$181,111
Average Household Income
$125,530
Average Disposable Income
430,617
Housing Units
$1,072,706
Average Home Value

Housing and Income

The average household income in Contra Costa County is $181,111 and projected to be $199,477 in 2030. Per capita income is $63,290, projected to be $69,713 in 2030. 10.55% of households – 124,483 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $2,440,032 and the average disposable income is $125,530.

There are 430,617 housing units in Contra Costa County; 272,582 are owner-occupied, 139,363 are rented, and 18,672 are vacant. The average home value is $1,072,706, with 24,922 homes built in 2010 or later, and 18,054 built in 1939 or earlier.