Boston, MA vs Stamford, CT
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Boston
66.2
#1568 nationally
Stamford
68.1
#1350 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 57). Stamford leads in median household income ($99,654 vs $81,744). Stamford leads in cost of living index (138 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Stamford, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 68.1 (#1350) |
| Population | 684,379 | 135,892 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $728,197 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $99,654 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 57 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | Moderate-Low |
| School Rating | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 138 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | N/A |
D
66.2 Score
Boston, MA
Innovation hub with historic charm
Median Home
$787,763
Population
684,379
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Northeast
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D+
68.1 Score
Stamford, CT
Corporate headquarters with urban revival
Median Home
$728,197
Population
135,892
Crime
Moderate-Low
Schools
B
Northeast
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