Median Income
$57,031
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,900
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.4%
65% lower than US avg
How Bedford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,389
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density863/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,031
Per Capita$31,129
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$376M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,900
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,107
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation1,160 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Libraries4
Is Bedford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bedford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bedford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bedford is $57,031, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bedford is $88,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Bedford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bedford has a population of 1,389 with a density of 863 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 3.3% Hispanic.
Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
The median household income in Bedford is $57,031, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,031 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,129 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,359 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 192 |
| County GDP | $376M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,560 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |
The median home value in Bedford is $88,900, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,107.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,900 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $100,107 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $663 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,560 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.00% |
In Bedford, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bedford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,565/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Bedford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Bedford has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.4 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,160 ft (354 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 863/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6712°N, 94.7243°W |
| County FIPS | 19173 |