Lawrence, IN 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.
Lawrence
74
#647 nationally
Stamford
68.1
#1350 nationally
Stamford leads in walk score (57 vs 24). Lawrence leads in cost of living index (96 vs 138). Stamford leads in median household income ($99,654 vs $70,762).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lawrence, IN | Stamford, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74 (#647) | 68.1 (#1350) |
| Population | 49,235 | 135,892 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $271,470 | $728,197 |
| Median Household Income | $70,762 | $99,654 |
| Average Commute | 25.1 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 8.0 | Moderate-Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 138 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+51.0 | N/A |
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74 Score
Lawrence, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$271,470
Population
49,235
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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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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