Bedford, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Lawrence County County
Bedford, IN
At a Glance
How Bedford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bedford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bedford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bedford residents earn a median household income of $50,253 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,469. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 906 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bedford is $136,900 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,320. Median rent is $819/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Bedford reports 29 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 245/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Bedford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bedford has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches.