Stamford, Connecticut
Stamford: The second most populous city in Connecticut. It is located on the Connecticut River in southwestern Connecticut. Stamford is known for its many financial services companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Stamford Museum & Nature Center and the Stamford Center for the Arts.
About
Stamford is a city located in the county of Fairfield in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Its population at the 2010 census was 122,643. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 131,397 inhabitants.
The city was created 383 years ago in 1640.
Stamford is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut located on the Long Island Sound about 35 miles northeast of New York City. With a population of over 130,000, Stamford is the second largest city in Connecticut after Bridgeport.
History
Stamford was founded in 1641 and originally part of the Connecticut Colony. Early settlers were attracted by the harbor and potential for trade.
In the late 19th century, Stamford became a major manufacturing hub and center for industry. Firms like Yale & Towne, Hoyt-Stamford, and Scoville Manufacturing Company helped build Stamford into an industrial powerhouse.
After World War II, the city began transitioning to a service, finance, and corporate center aided by its proximity to New York. Large companies and banks opened offices in Stamford taking advantage of lower taxes and real estate costs compared to NYC.
Economy
Today, Stamford has a diverse economy focused heavily on business services, retail, healthcare, finance, and media.
The city is home to 4 Fortune 500 company headquarters including Charter Communications, Synchrony Financial, and Indeed. Major employers in Stamford include NBC Sports, Pitney Bowes, UBS, R.T. Vanderbilt, and WWE.
With a concentration of hedge funds and investment banks, Stamford is considered a global fintech hub rivaling NYC. Its central business district contains over 20 million square feet of Class A office space.
Attractions
Popular attractions include the 249 acre Bartlett Arboretum, the Stamford Museum and Nature Center, the Avon Theater Film Center, Cove Island Park, and Jackie Robinson Park.
Stamford also has an impressive collection of restaurants, shops, and nightlife in its downtown Harbor Point district. The city hosts events like the Alive@Five summer concert series, the Stamford Art Festival, and Harborfest.
With its coastal location, business-friendly environment, cultural and entertainment options, Stamford provides a high standard of living and opportunities within commuting distance of New York City. The city continues to attract major companies and has cemented itself as a leading finance and corporate hub.
Quick Facts about Stamford
| Population : | 131,397 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Connecticut (United States) |
| County : | Fairfield County |
| Different from : | Stratford |
| Head of government : | mayor |
| Phone Area Codes : | 203 |
| Official name : | Stamford |
| Water as percent of area : | 27.68% |
| Land as percent of area : | 72.32% |
| Altitude : | 23 feet / 7 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1641 (383 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 22:45:09 (23rd December 2024) |
| Postal code : | 06901 |
| Population growth : | 6.66% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Stamford is located at 41°3'12"N 73°32'19"W (41.0534300, -73.5387300).
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Demographics
The population of Stamford increased by 6.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 122,643 | - | census |
| 2011 | 123,988 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 125,046 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 126,306 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 127,951 | 1.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 128,352 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 128,974 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 129,880 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 129,806 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 129,638 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 131,397 | 1.34% | estimation process |
People born in Stamford (199)
People born in Stamford, including actor Christopher Lloyd, Olympic alpine skier Chip Knight, actor Zach Tyler Eisen, .
List
- Joe Lieberman (politician from the United States) he was born in 24/02/1942
- James Leonard Corning (American neurologist) he was born in 01/01/1855
- Chuck Arnold (American racing driver) he was born in 30/05/1926
- Henry Simmons (American actor) he was born in 01/07/1970
- Louise Platt (American actress (1915-2003)) she was born in 03/08/1915
- Gary Vitti (American writer and actor) he was born in 14/01/1957
- James Otis (American actor (1948-2020)) he was born in 16/03/1948
- Kim Greist (American actress) she was born in 12/05/1958
- Peter H. Dominick (American politician (1915-1981)) he was born in 07/07/1915
- A. C. Crispin (American science fiction writer) she was born in 05/04/1950
- Ruth Aarons (American table tennis player) she was born in 11/06/1918
- Willy DeVille (American musician, singer-songwriter) he was born in 25/08/1950
- David Gaines (American composer) he was born in 01/01/1961
- Harry Harrison (American science fiction author) he was born in 12/03/1925
- Andy Robustelli (American football player, executive, announcer (1925-2011)) he was born in 06/12/1925
- Dave Abbruzzese (musician) he was born in 17/05/1968
- Dannel Malloy (American politician) he was born in 21/07/1955
- James Davenport (American politician and lawyer (1758-1797)) he was born in 12/10/1758
Schools in Stamford
College & universities near Stamford, CT
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 436836 | University of Connecticut-Stamford | Stamford (CT) | 06901-2315 |
| 130004 | Norwalk Community College | Norwalk (CT) | 06854 |
| 196219 | SUNY at Purchase College | Purchase (NY) | 10577-1400 |
| 192749 | Manhattanville College | Purchase (NY) | 10577 |
| 407054 | Cortiva Institute-Westport | Westport (CT) | 06880-4619 |
Stations (19)
Amtrak & bus stations near Stamford, CT
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM | Stamford Transportation Center | Washington Blvd and South State St. | RAIL |
| NRO | New Rochelle station | 1 Railroad Plaza | RAIL |
| BRP | Bridgeport | 525 Water St. | RAIL |
| CRT | Croton–Harmon station | 1 Croton Point Avenue | RAIL |
| YNY | Yonkers station | 5 Buena Vista Ave. | RAIL |
Post offices near Stamford
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head Post Office | Stamford (CT) | 06905 |
| Old Greenwich Post Office | Old Greenwich (CT) | 06870 |
| Riversid Post Office | Riverside (CT) | 06878 |
| Noroton Heigh Post Office | Darien (CT) | 06820 |
| Camp Avenu Post Office | Stamford (CT) | 06907 |
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- Stamford , Texas city in Texas, United States with a population of 2,913 people.
- Stamford , New York town in New York, United States with a population of 1,037 people.
- Stamford , Vermont town in Vermont, United States with a population of 809 people.
- Stamford , Nebraska human settlement in Nebraska with a population of 171 people.
Other cities in Fairfield County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fairfield County , CT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 143,525 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| North Stamford | 128,278 | A census-designated place in Stamford, Connecticut. |
| Norwalk | 88,655 | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| East Norwalk | 84,530 | A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut. |
| Danbury | 84,317 | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| Greenwich | 62,769 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Fairfield | 62,215 | Town in Connecticut, United States of America |
| Stratford | 51,660 | Town in Connecticut |
| Shelton | 40,957 | A town in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| Trumbull | 35,438 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Westport | 28,444 | Town in Connecticut |
| Ridgefield | 24,898 | Town in Connecticut |
| Darien | 21,693 | Town in Connecticut |
| New Canaan | 20,115 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Bethel | 19,941 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Monroe | 19,328 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Stamford distances to largest Connecticut cities
