salary$102,020 a year$49 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$69,290per year
Top pay (top 10%)$167,610per year
Jobs in the area5,000people work this job
Can a accountant afford Stamford?
Expensive. Rent of $2,890 a month takes 34.0% of the median accountant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Stamford, CT?
The median pay for a accountant in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $102,020 a year ($49 an hour). Most earn between $69,290 and $167,610.
Can a accountant afford to live in Stamford?
Typical rent of $2,890 a month takes 34.0% of the median accountant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.