Alabaster, AL 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.
Alabaster
74.7
#560 nationally
Stamford
68.1
#1350 nationally
Stamford leads in walk score (57 vs 10). Alabaster leads in cost of living index (98 vs 138). Stamford leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 32 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alabaster, AL | Stamford, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#560) | 68.1 (#1350) |
| Population | 34,107 | 135,892 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $308,363 | $728,197 |
| Median Household Income | $89,423 | $99,654 |
| Average Commute | 32 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 10 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 2.7 | Moderate-Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 138 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.8 | N/A |
C
74.7 Score
Alabaster, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$308,363
Population
34,107
Crime
Low
Walk Score
10
Southeast
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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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