Stamford town, Connecticut
Stamford town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Stamford town is a geographic entity located in Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 139,535. The land area covers 37.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 139,535 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 55,291 | ±1,100 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 58,655 | ±961 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 55,291 | ±1,100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,364 | ±509 |
| Median Home Value | $624,400 | ±$12,302 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,276 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $111,586 | ±$4,563 |
| Per Capita Income | $67,068 | ±$3,193 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 13,771 | ±1,693 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 77,914 | ±1,581 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.2% | ±0.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Stamford | 06-08 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | KG-05 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | 06-08 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | KG-05 | Stamford, CT | |
| Career and Technical School Stamford | 09-12 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | KG-05 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | KG-05 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | KG-05 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | KG-05 | Stamford, CT | |
| Regular School Stamford | 06-08 | Stamford, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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STAMFORD HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | ONE HOSPITAL PLAZA, STAMFORD, CT, 06904 |
(203) 276-1000
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Webb Institute
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College | 14.4 mi away | 298 Crescent Beach Rd, Glen Cove, NY, 11542-1398 |
5166718355
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LOCUST VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 170 BUCKRAM ROAD, LOCUST VALLEY, NY, 11560 |
(516) 671-1837
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Western Suffolk BOCES
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College | 17.5 mi away | 152 Laurel Hill Rd, Northport, NY, 11768 |
6312613600200
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OYSTER BAY-EAST NORWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 89 EAST MAIN STREET, OYSTER BAY, NY, 11771 |
(516) 922-1212
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Long Island University
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College | 18.1 mi away | 720 Northern Blvd, Brookville, NY, 11548-1327 |
5162992900
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COLD SPRING HARBOR VILLAGE IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 95 HARBOR RD, COLD SPRING HARBOR, NY, 11724 |
(631) 692-5719
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New York College of Health Professions
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College | 18.6 mi away | 6851 Jericho Tpk, Suite 210, Syosset, NY, 11791-4413 |
5163640808
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GLEN COVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 4 GLEN COVE AVENUE, GLEN COVE, NY, 11542 |
(516) 676-2130
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New York Institute of Technology
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College | 18.7 mi away | Northern Blvd, Old Westbury, NY, 11568-8000 |
8003456948
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at STAMFORD 5 N, CT US, located 3.1 miles from Stamford town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.0° | 22.2° | 30.1° | 4.26" | 9.1" |
| February | 41.4° | 23.1° | 32.2° | 3.14" | 11.9" |
| March | 49.1° | 30.4° | 39.8° | 4.73" | 5.9" |
| April | 62.0° | 40.3° | 51.1° | 4.44" | 0.5" |
| May | 72.3° | 50.0° | 61.1° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 58.5° | 69.2° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 64.4° | 74.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.9° | 63.1° | 73.0° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.7° | 56.2° | 66.0° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 44.6° | 54.5° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.1° | 35.1° | 44.1° | 4.19" | 0.8" |
| December | 42.7° | 27.3° | 35.0° | 4.44" | 5.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Noroton Heights CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Cos Cob CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Noroton CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Riverside CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Darien Downtown CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0919073070. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.