Stamford

Connecticut

Fairfield County

06901

Stamford · Overview

137,144Population

Median Income: $111,586
Median Home Value: $624,400
Median Age: 38.4years

Poverty Rate

10.10%

Unemployment

4.90%

College Educated

51.70%

Businesses

Location & Nearby Areas

Nearby Zip Codes

Within 15 miles

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Race & Ethnicity

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$111,586

Mean Household Income

$161,450

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.3%

Female

51.7%

Population Split

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Italian12.2%

Irish8.4%

German5.0%

English4.7%

Polish4.0%

Mexican2.4%

French1.2%

African1.2%

Scottish1.0%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

31.3%Foreign Born

68.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized49.4%

Non-Citizen50.6%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.4%

Before 201067.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

58,655

Median Rent

$2,276/mo

Median Home Value

$624,400

Median Year Built

1973

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

28,995

College Enrollment

22.1%

High School

21.0%

College Educated

51.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

28.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

56.1%

Public Transit

9.6%

Work From Home

19.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.4%

18-34 Years

26.6%

35-64 Years

38.8%

65+ Years

16.2%

Population Composition

Under 1818.4%

18-3426.6%

35-6438.8%

65+16.2%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

42.2%

Single Parent

5.3%

Living Alone

31.9%

Avg Size

2.45

Household Types

Married Couples42.2%

Single Parent5.3%

Living Alone31.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$67,068

SNAP Usage

9.8%

Health Insurance

90.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.4%

$25k - $50k11.7%

$50k - $100k22.7%

$100k+54.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

7.2%

Retail Trade

9.5%

Education & Health Care

22.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

10.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

94.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

106.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

81.6

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

State Comparison

Financial Comparison

Social Indicators

Key Metrics Overview

Median Income

Location$111,586

Statewide$95,781

Home Value

Location$624,400

Statewide$366,900