Stamford, VT

Vermont · Metropolitan Area

Stamford is a small town in Vermont with a population of 522. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
522 Population 97/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $44,752 per capita
$263,600 Home Value $321,397 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$263,600 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $263,600
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$44,752
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$15,508M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$263,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,397

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Elevation1,140 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute37 min
Libraries17

Is Stamford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stamford receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Stamford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stamford is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stamford is $263,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stamford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Stamford has a population of 522 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

522
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stamford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stamford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stamford is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Stamford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,752
Avg Weekly Wage$1,515
IRS Avg AGI$76,866

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,500
County GDP$15,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants374
Healthcare371
Retail437
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Stamford is $263,600, 6% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,397.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,600
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,397

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Stamford, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 31.6% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death7,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities371

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Stamford has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.3 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates42.7548°N, 73.0610°W
County FIPS36083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities371
Restaurants374
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Work from Home3.3%

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