Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT Metro Area

Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT · Metro Area

956,330Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $114,565
Median home value: $564,500
Land area: 672 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT	Central	627,071	$128,188	$652,900
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT	Central	329,259	$89,667	$428,800

Largest cities and towns

47 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Bridgeport, CT	City	149,153	$58,685
Bridgeport (Town), CT	Town	149,153	$58,685
Stamford (Town), CT	Town	137,144	$111,586
Stamford, CT	City	137,144	$111,586
Norwalk, CT	City	92,187	$107,616
Norwalk (Town), CT	Town	92,187	$107,616
Danbury (Town), CT	Town	87,263	$83,393
Danbury, CT	City	87,263	$83,393
Greenwich, CT	Town	63,856	$206,130
Fairfield, CT	Town	63,416	$172,432
Stratford, CT	Town	52,790	$95,815
Stratford (CDP), CT	CDP	52,790	$95,815
Trumbull, CT	Town	37,281	$163,073
Trumbull (CDP), CT	CDP	37,281	$163,073
New Milford, CT	Town	28,334	$106,411
Newtown (Town), CT	Town	27,593	$155,110
Westport (CDP), CT	CDP	27,528	$250,000+
Westport, CT	Town	27,528	$250,000+
Ridgefield, CT	Town	25,109	$179,219
Darien, CT	Town	21,936	$250,000+
Darien (CDP), CT	CDP	21,936	$250,000+
New Canaan, CT	Town	20,870	$250,000+
Bethel, CT	Town	20,796	$116,541
Monroe, CT	Town	18,949	$157,250
Wilton, CT	Town	18,777	$242,199

Also in the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ · metro · 19,798,537 Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY · metro · 704,836 Trenton-Princeton, NJ · metro · 385,864 Kingston, NY · metro · 182,601 Monticello, NY · micro · 79,721 Hemlock Farms, PA · micro · 60,621

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Unemployment

College Educated

50.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$114,565

Mean Household Income

$189,208

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

49.1%

Female

50.9%

Population Split

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

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

Italian14.6%

Irish13.0%

English7.8%

German7.5%

Polish4.1%

Mexican2.4%

French1.5%

Scottish1.5%

African1.1%

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

23.3%Foreign Born

76.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized50.8%

Non-Citizen49.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later31.4%

Before 201068.6%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

377,569

Median Rent

$1,875/mo

Median Home Value

$564,500

Median Year Built

1967

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

239,722

College Enrollment

19.3%

High School

23.1%

College Educated

50.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

31.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

60.9%

Public Transit

6.6%

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

21.9%

18-34 Years

20.6%

35-64 Years

40.6%

65+ Years

16.9%

Population Composition

Under 1821.9%

18-3420.6%

35-6440.6%

65+16.9%

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

51.1%

Single Parent

5.5%

Living Alone

26.5%

Avg Size

2.65

Household Types

Married Couples51.1%

Single Parent5.5%

Living Alone26.5%

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

$71,978

SNAP Usage

9.4%

Health Insurance

92.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.4%

$25k - $50k11.8%

$50k - $100k21.3%

$100k+55.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

8.2%

Retail Trade

10.3%

Education & Health Care

23.2%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

10.5%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.3%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

93.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.0%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

102.8

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)

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Demographic Rates

Race & Ethnicity

Income Profile

Income Distribution

Sex Distribution

Population Split

Ancestry

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

Citizenship Status

Period of Entry

Housing Characteristics

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Education Enrollment

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Transportation & Commute

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Age Distribution

Population Composition

Household Composition

Household Types

Economic Profile

Household Income Breakdown

Key Industries

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

Health Insurance Coverage

Technology Access

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Housing Affordability