| ZIP Code | 06906 |
|---|---|
| City | Stamford |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Western Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 203/475 |
| Elevation | 47 ft |
| Latitude | 41.072342 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.522189 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09190 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 61.4% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 73 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,227 (22.8%) |
| Some College | 354 (6.6%) |
| Associates | 422 (7.9%) |
| Bachelors | 272 (5.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,027 (56.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,710 ▲ 20% above avg ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $576,200 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,207/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,727 |
| Vacant Units | 300 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,727 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 300 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 06906 is located in Stamford, Connecticut, within Western Connecticut County. With a population of 9,472, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 06906 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,710 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06906 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $576,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,207 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.2%) and renters (49.8%). Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 06906 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 43.0%. Residents are highly educated — 61.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has declined by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06906 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 06906 in Stamford, CT is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 9,472 residents, a median household income of $91,710, and a median home value of $576,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.