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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 80.0% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 20.0% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,121 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,473 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $810 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,982 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.7% |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 197 |
| County GDP | $427M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,780 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.06% |
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |
| Census Median | $62,400 |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $94,748 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,033 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,780 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.06% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.5% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 70.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,595/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Total Violent | 66.3/100K |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 33.2/100K |
| Assault | 33.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,452.8/100K |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 894.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,458.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 99.4/100K |
| Arson | 66.3/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 27.0 inches |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,449 ft (442 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 487/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0462°N, 99.5970°W |
| County FIPS | 48207 |
Winner: Republican by 71.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.2% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 487/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Avg Commute | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |