Stamford, CT Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Stamford | Connecticut Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 93,549 | 3,353,625 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1798.0 | 604.9 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -3.22% | -0.50% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.8 | 42.0 | 37.1 |
| Households | 38,279 | 1,298,936 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Stamford declined by 17.0% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 95,624 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Stamford has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Stamford | Connecticut Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $110,188 | $95,363 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.10% | 4.09% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Stamford is about 16% higher than in Connecticut.
Housing
| Metric | Stamford | Connecticut Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $606,000 | $290,235 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $2,193 | $1,419 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 55.2% | 67.2% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Stamford is about 23.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $2,193 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Stamford spend about 44 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 183 hours, about 7.6 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Stamford | Connecticut Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 22.0 | 22.1 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 43.9 | 44.2 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 183 | 184 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,675 | $5,715 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 17.5% | 14.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 26,116 | 10,657 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 2,589 | 1,748 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Stamford is about the same as in Connecticut.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Stamford has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Stamford | Connecticut Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 49.4% | 38.7% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.48 | 2.48 | 2.54 |
Health
Stamford has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Stamford | Connecticut Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 82.0 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 10.3% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 10.5% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stamford, Connecticut.
What is the population of Stamford, Connecticut?
The population of Stamford, Connecticut is 93,549, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Stamford, Connecticut?
The population density of Stamford, Connecticut is 1798.0 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Stamford, Connecticut?
The median household income in Stamford, Connecticut is $110,188, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Stamford, Connecticut?
The median home price in Stamford, Connecticut is $606,000, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Stamford, Connecticut?
The unemployment rate in Stamford, Connecticut is 4.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.