Stamford, TX

Texas

Stamford is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,902. Residents earn $42,121 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,902 Population 487/sq mi density
$42,121 Median Income $21,473 per capita
$62,400 Home Value $94,748 Zillow
$1,033 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
66 Violent Crime/100K 2,453 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,121 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,400 home value, $1,033/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
66 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,121
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,400
78% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 66/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,033
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.7%
107% higher than US avg

How Stamford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,902
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density487/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,121
Per Capita$21,473
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty25.7%
County GDP$427M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,400
Rent$1,033
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$94,748

Crime

F
Violent66/100K
Property2,453/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary895/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,449 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Stamford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stamford receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stamford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stamford is $42,121, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stamford is $62,400, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,033 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Stamford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,453 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Stamford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Stamford has a population of 2,902 with a density of 487 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

2,902
Total Population
487
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stamford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.0%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.0%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stamford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stamford is $42,121, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Stamford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,121
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,473
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$57,982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.7%
107% above US avg
Establishments (County)197
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare5
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stamford is $62,400, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,033 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,748.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,400
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$94,748

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,033
11% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Rate6.06%
In Stamford, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stamford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.6%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death10,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Stamford has a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,453 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Stamford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent66.3/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery33.2/100K
Assault33.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,452.8/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary894.9/100K
Theft1,458.4/100K
Vehicle Theft99.4/100K
Arson66.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stamford has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,449 ft (442 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density487/sq mi
Coordinates33.0462°N, 99.5970°W
County FIPS48207
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density487/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home0.9%

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