Median Income
$127,019
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bedford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population410
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female70% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$127,019
Per Capita$44,259
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,288M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp39°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation6,280 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Broadband84.0%
Libraries6
Is Bedford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bedford receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Bedford 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 is $127,019, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Bedford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Bedford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Bedford has a population of 410 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Bedford is $127,019, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $127,019 |
| 69% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,259 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,193 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,073 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,211 |
| County GDP | $1,288M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 62 |
| Retail | 103 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,992 |
| 71% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $785 |
| 1 Bedroom | $824 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,044 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,399 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,719 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,992 |
| 71% above US avg |
In Bedford, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bedford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,435/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
Crime Rates: Bedford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Bedford has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
62°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.3 inches |
| 34% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,280 ft (1,914 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8947°N, 110.9286°W |
| County FIPS | 56023 |