Kentucky
Bedford is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 289. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bedford receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bedford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bedford is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 35.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
The median home value in Bedford is $81,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Bedford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,750 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,665 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,162 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,424 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.6% |
| 187% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 162 |
| County GDP | $736M |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,570 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
| Commute Time | 34.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |
| Census Median | $81,100 |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $235,208 |
| Census Median Rent | $865 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 33.1% |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,570 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,330/100K |
| Exercise Access | 44.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 916 ft (279 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 876/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5962°N, 85.3171°W |
| County FIPS | 21223 |
Winner: Republican by 55.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.3% |
| 87% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 876/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 85.8% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Retail Stores | 14 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 34.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |