Stamford is ranked the safest city in both Connecticut and New England according to the FBI analysis report of crime statistics. Stamford is also one of the safest in the nation based on population.

City of Stamford. “Stamford is the Safest City in Connecticut and New England.” October 10, 2020. https://www.stamfordct.gov/Home/Components/News/News/1013/15

Connecticut has the highest digital economy ranking in the U.S. from the Information, Technology, and Innovation Foundation based on the share of transactions conducted through digital means.

Atkinson, Robert D. and Caleb Foote. “The 2020 State New Economy Index.” ITIF Information Technology & Innovation Foundation, March 2021. https://www2.itif.org/2020-state-new-economy-index.pdf

Connecticut’s workforce is the third most educated according to Wallet Hub, taking into consideration educational level attained, quality of education, and achievement gaps between races and genders.

McCann, Adam. “Most & Least Educated States in America (2024).” WalletHub. February 12, 2024. https://wallethub.com/edu/e/most-educated-states/31075

Bloomberg rated Connecticut the 4th most innovative state based on patent activity, productivity, and research and development intensity.

CBIA. “Bloomberg Ranks Connecticut Fourth for Innovation.” Accessed March 6, 2024. https://www.cbia.com/news/economy/bloomberg-innovation-index-ranks-connecticut-fourth/

Connecticut is number four in the nation for managerial, professional, and technical positions that require more than 2 years of higher education according to the Information Technology and Innovation foundation.

AdvanceCT. “AdvanceCT Business Support.” Accessed March 6, 2024. https://www.advancect.org/business-support

Connecticut is ranked No. 7 “Small U.S. Cities of the Future” and consistently ranked the best city in the state to start a business.

Kaufman, Richard. “Stamford is 7th on List of Top 10 Small U.S. Cities of the Future.” Patch. Accessed March 6, 2024. https://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/stamford-7th-list-top-10-small-u-s-cities-future

Stamford is consistently named one of the best places to live for young professionals in America. With over 14 miles of waterfront, a vibrant city life offering more than 200+ restaurants, and picturesque hiking trails within minutes of downtown Stamford.

Livability. “Top 100 Best Places to Live.” Accessed March 6, 2024. https://livability.com/best-places/top-100-best-places-to-live/ 2016/stamford

Connecticut is located within 500 miles of states comprising over 29% of the U.S. population, 30 % of U.S. businesses, 31% of U.S. jobs, and 32% of U.S. GDP.

Connecticut Department of Labor. “Labor Market Information.” Accessed March 6, 2024. https://www1.ctdol.state.ct.us/lmi/laborforce.asp