Cost of Living in Stamford, CT
Population: 135,806 • 2026 Data
$107,474
Median Household Income
+39% vs national
$2,207
Median Monthly Rent
+64% vs national
$614,300
Median Home Value
+81% vs national
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Stamford
The median home value in Stamford, CT is $614,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,207, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,358.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Stamford, CT is $107,474. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, with a labor force of 81,283 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.