Plano, TX 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.
Plano
72.6
#865 nationally
Stamford
68.1
#1350 nationally
Stamford leads in walk score (57 vs 39). Plano leads in cost of living index (107 vs 138). Plano leads in school rating (8.5 vs 7.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Plano, TX | Stamford, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.6 (#865) | 68.1 (#1350) |
| Population | 287,339 | 135,892 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $499,723 | $728,197 |
| Median Household Income | $99,936 | $99,654 |
| Average Commute | 27.6 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 57 |
| Crime Level | Low | Moderate-Low |
| School Rating | 8.5 | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 138 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | N/A |
C-
72.6 Score
Plano, TX
Corporate opportunity meets family-friendly living
Median Home
$499,723
Population
287,339
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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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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