Bedford Hills, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Bedford Hills is a small town in New York with a population of 2,283. Residents earn $102,750 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,283 Population 2,217/sq mi density
$102,750 Median Income $44,454 per capita
$491,500 Home Value
$2,036 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$102,750 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$491,500 home value, $2,036/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,750
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $491,500
74% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,036
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

How Bedford Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,283
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density2,217/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A
Median Income$102,750
Per Capita$44,454
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$491,500
Rent$2,036
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation319 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+81.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute32 min
EV Stations6
Libraries45

Is Bedford Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bedford Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bedford Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bedford Hills is $102,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Bedford Hills among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bedford Hills is $491,500, making it a premium housing market at 74% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,036 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bedford Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bedford Hills has a population of 2,283 with a density of 2,217 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.2%).

Population

2,283
Total Population
2,217
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bedford Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.0%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.0%
228% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bedford Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedford Hills is $102,750, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bedford Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,750
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,454
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)37,722
County GDP$120,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,631
Healthcare3,441
Retail3,365
Manufacturing485

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bedford Hills is $491,500, 74% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,036 (75% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$491,500
74% above US avg
Median List Price$772,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$772,000
$/Sq Ft$395
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio106.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,036
75% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Bedford Hills, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bedford Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure23.9%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression15.9%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,441

Crime Rates: Bedford Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Bedford Hills has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation319 ft (97 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density2,217/sq mi
Coordinates41.2406°N, 73.6881°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.9%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.4%
29% above US avg
High School+81.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,217/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home12.7%

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