Antioch is the Gateway to the Delta, located on the banks of the San Joaquin River in Northern California. Just off of Highway 4, in Contra Costa County.
Antioch has become the heart of Eastern Contra Costa County, offering a variety of employment, shopping and vast recreational activities.
The pace of development in Antioch has spurred activity for financial and insurance institutions, contractors, and other types of service-oriented businesses. Increased development has created increased employment in schools, hospitals and other local service sectors.
There’s always something to do in Antioch; like the County Fair, playing a round of Golf, or roaring down slides at the Prewett Family WaterPark. There really is something for everyone who lives, works and plays in Antioch!
Housing Cost
Land remains plentiful and affordable, compared with other parts of the Bay Area. Retail and office space in Antioch typically leases for 20 to 30 percent less than comparable space in central Contra Costa County.
Antioch is one of the few Bay Area communities that offers affordable housing. There are a variety of house styles throughout Antioch, from condominiums to single family residences, priced for a variety of income levels.
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $494,500
Demographics
Population in July 2008: 100,219. Antioch covers 26.9 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 40 feet above sea level. Zip codes: 94509, 94531 - Area code: 925
Weather
Antioch, CA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 90.70 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 37.10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be relatively big during summer with a difference that can reach 32 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 17 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Antioch is 13.33 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is January with an average rainfall of 2.72 Inches.
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