Stamford

Stamford, Connecticut Overview

Stamford ranks #3 of 20 cities in Connecticut, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 64.2/100. The city stands out in Safety (87/100) and Education (81/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Stamford

The median household income in Stamford is $106,552, 14% above the statewide median of $93,228. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 1.1% recently.

Safety in Stamford

Stamford’s violent crime rate of 175.8 per 100,000 runs above the Connecticut average of 136. The property crime rate is 1176.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Stamford

Stamford has a cost of living index of 106.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $614,300. Median monthly rent is $2,207. Renters spend 24.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Stamford

Stamford’s adult obesity rate of 25.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.6%. Residents average 14.4 poor mental health days per month. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Stamford

Stamford has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $24,729 per student, well above the national median. The city has 22 public schools serving 16,251 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Stamford

The annual average temperature in Stamford is 53.9°F. Summers average 70.9°F. Winters average 38.7°F. Precipitation is abundant at 60.4 inches per year. 9.9% of commuters use public transit.

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