HomeCaliforniaBrentwood

Brentwood, California

Located in Contra Costa County, California, Brentwood was established in 1878. Not to be confused with Brentwood in LA or Brentwood, TN. Known for U-pick farms and agricultural roots.
Founded 1878 | Population 73,000 | Peak 73,000 (2024) | County Contra Costa County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Brentwood, California

undefined
1878Founded: Agricultural community.
undefined
1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Brentwood's identity and economy.
undefined
1948Incorporated: Brentwood was officially incorporated as a city.
undefined
2000East CC Growth: Bay Area commuter suburb.
🧠
How Well Do You Know Brentwood?
5 questions • 2 minutes
Take the Quiz →

Latest News in Brentwood

News articles will appear here as they're published.

Complete Historical Timeline

1878 Culture
Founded
1942 Government
Military Presence
1948 Government
Incorporated
2000 Business
East CC Growth

Did You Know?

1
Not to be confused with Brentwood in LA or Brentwood, TN.
2
Known for U-pick farms and agricultural roots.
3
Bay Area commuter city near the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
4
Brentwood is located in Contra Costa County, California.
5
Brentwood was founded in 1878.
See something that needs correcting?
We take accuracy seriously. Help us keep Brentwood's history right.