Stamford anchors lower Fairfield County with a finance and corporate-headquarters economy tied to its proximity to New York City. A large commercial and high-rise tax base keeps Stamford's effective rate well below Hartford's and Bridgeport's despite premium home prices.
Recommended for incomes above $190k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Stamford housing market
The 1.55% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Stamford and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Connecticut average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Stamford buyers. Many Stamford properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $500/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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