Bedford, TX
Bedford Map
Bedford Overview
49,455
TOTAL POPULATION
24,176
MALE POPULATION
25,279
FEMALE POPULATION
95.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.56
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,753
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,551
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$80,924
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
28,035
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Bedford Area Codes
Race in Bedford
The most populous races in Bedford are White / Caucasian (33,052 | 66.8%), Hispanic or Latino (8,808 | 17.8%), and Black / African American (5,860 | 11.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 3,094 | 6.3% |
| Black / African American | 5,860 | 11.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 173 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8,808 | 17.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 195 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 33,052 | 66.8% |
| Two or more Races | 5,419 | 11.0% |
| Some other Race | 1,662 | 3.4% |
| Total | 49,455 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Bedford
The most populous ancestries reported in Bedford are English (6,606 | 13.4%), German (5,892 | 11.9%), Mexican (5,566 | 11.3%), Irish (5,337 | 10.8%), and American (1,884 | 3.8%), together accounting for 51.1% of all Bedford residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 403 | 0.8% |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Albanian | 107 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,884 | 3.8% |
| Arab | 1,093 | 2.2% |
| Austrian | 57 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 201 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 283 | 0.6% |
| Brazilian | 16 | 0.0% |
| British | 562 | 1.1% |
| Bulgarian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 397 | 0.8% |
| Cajun | 39 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 496 | 1.0% |
| Cherokee | 230 | 0.5% |
| Chickasaw | 6 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 29 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 363 | 0.7% |
| Colombian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Comanche | 3 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 16 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 455 | 0.9% |
| Czech | 162 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 76 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 138 | 0.3% |
| Dominican | 53 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 332 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 94 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 54 | 0.1% |
| English | 6,606 | 13.4% |
| European | 885 | 1.8% |
| Filipino | 50 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 32 | 0.1% |
| French | 1,093 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 151 | 0.3% |
| German | 5,892 | 11.9% |
| German Russian | 29 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 184 | 0.4% |
| Guatemalan | 14 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 38 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 219 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 469 | 0.9% |
| Iranian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 5,337 | 10.8% |
| Italian | 1,729 | 3.5% |
| Jordanian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Kenyan | 63 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 631 | 1.3% |
| Lebanese | 95 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Lumbee | 11 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 5,566 | 11.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 54 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 22 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 6 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 36 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 64 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 100 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 455 | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 4 | 0.0% |
| Palestinian | 646 | 1.3% |
| Panamanian | 50 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 8 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 825 | 1.7% |
| Portuguese | 85 | 0.2% |
| Potawatomi | 6 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 826 | 1.7% |
| Romanian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 123 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 358 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 675 | 1.4% |
| Scottish | 828 | 1.7% |
| Seminole | 4 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 104 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 56 | 0.1% |
| South American | 229 | 0.5% |
| Spaniard | 205 | 0.4% |
| Spanish | 166 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 571 | 1.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 854 | 1.7% |
| Sudanese | 102 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 378 | 0.8% |
| Swiss | 127 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 471 | 0.9% |
| Tongan | 173 | 0.4% |
| Turkish | 130 | 0.3% |
| Ukrainian | 65 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 140 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 435 | 0.9% | View All 98 Rows |
Immigrants in Bedford
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bedford came from Asia (2,087 | 4.2%), Latin America (2,051 | 4.2%), Central America (1,436 | 2.9%), Mexico (1,038 | 2.1%), and South Central Asia (1,008 | 2.0%), together accounting for 15.4% of all Bedford residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 794 | 1.6% |
| Albania | 84 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 2,087 | 4.2% |
| Austria | 16 | 0.0% |
| Bahamas | 50 | 0.1% |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 30 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 63 | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | 10 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 69 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 386 | 0.8% |
| Central America | 1,436 | 2.9% |
| China | 188 | 0.4% |
| Colombia | 17 | 0.0% |
| Congo | 31 | 0.1% |
| Croatia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 272 | 0.5% |
| Dominican Republic | 16 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 68 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 462 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Europe | 213 | 0.4% |
| Ecuador | 9 | 0.0% |
| Egypt | 33 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 281 | 0.6% |
| England | 32 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 568 | 1.1% |
| Germany | 84 | 0.2% |
| Greece | 30 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 14 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 17 | 0.0% |
| Hong Kong | 28 | 0.1% |
| India | 330 | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | 13 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 7 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 48 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 61 | 0.1% |
| Jordan | 87 | 0.2% |
| Kenya | 48 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 213 | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | 6 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 10 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 2,051 | 4.2% |
| Lebanon | 19 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 1,038 | 2.1% |
| Middle Africa | 180 | 0.4% |
| Morocco | 33 | 0.1% |
| Nepal | 454 | 0.9% |
| Nicaragua | 36 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 123 | 0.3% |
| Northern Africa | 309 | 0.6% |
| Northern Europe | 173 | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 188 | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | 175 | 0.4% |
| Panama | 50 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 259 | 0.5% |
| Poland | 20 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 16 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 22 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 19 | 0.0% |
| Serbia | 32 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 43 | 0.1% |
| South America | 229 | 0.5% |
| South Central Asia | 1,008 | 2.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 407 | 0.8% |
| Southern Europe | 30 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | 48 | 0.1% |
| Sudan | 62 | 0.1% |
| Sweden | 9 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 22 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 72 | 0.2% |
| Thailand | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 22 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 140 | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | 121 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 194 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 126 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 152 | 0.3% |
| Zaire | 149 | 0.3% | View All 78 Rows |
Sex and Age in Bedford
Sex and Age in Bedford
The most populous age groups in Bedford are 35 to 39 Years (2,117 | 8.8%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (1,917 | 7.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,750 (7.2%) | 1,788 (7.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,348 (5.6%) | 1,513 (6.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,513 (6.3%) | 822 (3.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,310 (5.4%) | 1,347 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,713 (7.1%) | 1,450 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,799 (7.4%) | 1,771 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,903 (7.9%) | 1,917 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 2,117 (8.8%) | 1,910 (7.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,503 (6.2%) | 1,504 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,419 (5.9%) | 1,633 (6.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,421 (5.9%) | 1,639 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,521 (6.3%) | 1,586 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,540 (6.4%) | 1,763 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,046 (4.3%) | 1,286 (5.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,008 (4.2%) | 1,105 (4.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 660 (2.7%) | 887 (3.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 313 (1.3%) | 817 (3.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 292 (1.2%) | 541 (2.1%) |
| Total | 24,176 (100.0%) | 25,279 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Bedford
Median Family Size in Bedford
The median family size in Bedford is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (8,994 | 72.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (898 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.91 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,994 (72.6%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 898 (7.2%) | 2.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,498 (20.2%) | 2.96 |
| Total Families | 12,390 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Bedford
The median household size in Bedford is 2.40 persons per household, with single male/father households (898 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.26 persons per household. non-family households (8,069 | 39.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,994 (44.0%) | 3.18 |
| Single Male/Father | 898 (4.4%) | 3.26 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,498 (12.2%) | 3.11 |
| Non-family | 8,069 (39.4%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 20,459 (100.0%) | 2.40 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bedford
Out of a total of 20,459 households in Bedford, 12,390 (60.6%) are family households, while 8,069 (39.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,835, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,808.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 6,808 (33.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 5,835 (28.5%) | 1,049 (5.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 3,312 (16.2%) | 187 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,627 (8.0%) | 25 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 940 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 442 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 234 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,390 (60.6%) | 8,069 (39.4%) |
Female Fertility in Bedford
Fertility by Age in Bedford
Average fertility rate in Bedford is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 321 (58.4%) | 62.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 229 (41.6%) | 43.0 |
| Total | 550 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bedford
86.7% of women with births (550) in Bedford are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 14.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 12.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 280 (87.2%) | 41 (12.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 197 (86.0%) | 32 (14.0%) |
| Total | 477 (86.7%) | 73 (13.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Bedford
Average fertility rate in Bedford is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 103.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 16.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 65.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 32 (5.8%) | 21.0 |
| High School Diploma | 27 (4.9%) | 16.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 65 (11.8%) | 16.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 361 (65.6%) | 103.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 65 (11.8%) | 60.0 |
| Total | 550 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bedford
13.3% of women with births in Bedford are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 33 (50.8%) | 32 (49.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 361 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 56 (86.2%) | 9 (13.9%) |
| Total | 477 (86.7%) | 73 (13.3%) |
Income in Bedford
Income Overview in Bedford
Per Capita Income in Bedford is $41,753, while median incomes of families and households are $96,551 and $80,924 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 49,455 | $41,753 |
| Median Family Income | 12,390 | $96,551 |
| Mean Family Income | 12,390 | $116,037 |
| Median Household Income | 20,459 | $80,924 |
| Mean Household Income | 20,459 | $98,634 |
| Income Deficit | 12,390 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 49,455 | 17.49% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 49,455 | 82.51¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 49,455 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Bedford
Average Earnings in Bedford are $47,144, $51,638 for men and $42,605 for women, a difference of 17.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 15,090 (51.8%) | $51,638 |
| Female | 14,054 (48.2%) | $42,605 |
| Total | 29,144 (100.0%) | $47,144 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bedford
The most common earnings brackets in Bedford are $100,000+ for men (2,609 | 17.3%) and $100,000+ for women (1,385 | 9.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 494 (3.3%) | 720 (5.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 277 (1.8%) | 307 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 405 (2.7%) | 352 (2.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 309 (2.1%) | 332 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 333 (2.2%) | 482 (3.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 248 (1.6%) | 305 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 441 (2.9%) | 493 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 359 (2.4%) | 531 (3.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 222 (1.5%) | 283 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 621 (4.1%) | 244 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 414 (2.7%) | 836 (5.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 848 (5.6%) | 1,007 (7.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 601 (4.0%) | 868 (6.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 889 (5.9%) | 587 (4.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 670 (4.4%) | 813 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 801 (5.3%) | 958 (6.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,423 (9.4%) | 1,325 (9.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 990 (6.6%) | 1,117 (8.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,136 (14.2%) | 1,109 (7.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 2,609 (17.3%) | 1,385 (9.9%) |
| Total | 15,090 (100.0%) | 14,054 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bedford
Average earnings in Bedford are $57,463 for men and $47,261 for women, a difference of 17.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,547, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $48,348. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,895, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,797.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $48,348 | $26,797 |
| High School Diploma | $51,040 | $34,716 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,708 | $39,836 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $74,375 | $57,420 |
| Graduate Degree | $78,547 | $70,895 |
| Total | $57,463 | $47,261 |
Family Income in Bedford
Family Income Brackets in Bedford
According to the Bedford family income data, there are 2,899 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 161 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 285 | 2.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 161 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 173 | 1.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 496 | 4.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,165 | 9.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,082 | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,020 | 16.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,899 | 23.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,896 | 15.3% |
| $200,000+ | 1,227 | 9.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bedford
6-person families (330 | 2.7%) account for the highest median family income in Bedford with $151,319 per family, while 2-person families (6,259 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $42,136 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 6,259 (50.5%) | $84,273 |
| 3-Person Families | 3,149 (25.4%) | $105,527 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,510 (12.2%) | $128,456 |
| 5-Person Families | 908 (7.3%) | $130,600 |
| 6-Person Families | 330 (2.7%) | $151,319 |
| 7+ Person Families | 234 (1.9%) | $103,061 |
| Total | 12,390 (100.0%) | $96,551 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Bedford
The median family income in Bedford is $96,551, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,448) having the highest median family income of $150,800, while families with no earners (1,537) have the lowest median family income of $53,342, accounting for 11.7% and 12.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,537 (12.4%) | $53,342 |
| 1 Earner | 3,602 (29.1%) | $71,962 |
| 2 Earners | 5,803 (46.8%) | $114,063 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,448 (11.7%) | $150,800 |
| Total | 12,390 (100.0%) | $96,551 |
Household Income in Bedford
Household Income Brackets in Bedford
With 3,846 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Bedford, accounting for 18.8% of all households. In contrast, only 430 households (2.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 696 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 430 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 880 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,309 | 6.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,353 | 11.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,846 | 18.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,253 | 15.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,846 | 18.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,312 | 11.3% |
| $200,000+ | 1,514 | 7.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Bedford
The median household income in Bedford is $80,924, with the highest median household income of $97,281 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,542 households (36.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,571, with 628 households (3.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 628 (3.1%) | $43,571 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 7,311 (35.7%) | $81,972 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 7,542 (36.9%) | $97,281 |
| 65+ Years | 4,978 (24.3%) | $59,498 |
| Total | 20,459 (100.0%) | $80,924 |
Poverty in Bedford
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bedford
With 6.1% poverty level for males and 7.4% for females among the residents of Bedford, 6 to 11 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 204 males (13.8%) and 252 females (12.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 47 (2.9%) | 204 (11.5%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 204 (13.8%) | 179 (11.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 64 (6.2%) | 27 (5.8%) |
| 15 Years | 29 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 63 (9.0%) | 16 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 179 (8.9%) | 202 (10.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 110 (3.0%) | 341 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 189 (5.2%) | 91 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 201 (7.1%) | 120 (3.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 140 (4.6%) | 211 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 95 (4.7%) | 208 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 130 (11.0%) | 252 (12.4%) |
| Total | 1,451 (6.1%) | 1,851 (7.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bedford
According to the poverty statistics in Bedford, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,604 (97.2%) | 1,575 (88.5%) |
| 5 Years | 355 (100.0%) | 343 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,274 (86.2%) | 1,334 (88.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 964 (93.8%) | 441 (94.2%) |
| 15 Years | 291 (90.9%) | 294 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 634 (91.0%) | 504 (96.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,827 (91.1%) | 1,781 (89.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,576 (97.0%) | 3,347 (90.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,424 (94.8%) | 3,318 (97.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,639 (92.9%) | 3,146 (96.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,910 (95.4%) | 3,103 (93.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,940 (95.3%) | 2,172 (91.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,054 (89.0%) | 1,779 (87.6%) |
| Total | 22,492 (93.9%) | 23,137 (92.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bedford
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bedford show that 4.2% or 381 of the total 8,994 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.5%, comprising of 72 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 5,230 (95.6%) | 241 (4.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,488 (97.3%) | 68 (2.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 888 (92.5%) | 72 (7.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,613 (95.8%) | 381 (4.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bedford
According to the poverty data in Bedford, 4.0% or 36 single-father households and 8.7% or 217 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (15.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (21.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (2.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 25 (5.7%) | 164 (13.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (15.7%) | 29 (21.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 36 (4.0%) | 217 (8.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bedford
The poverty data for Bedford shows that 381 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 253 of the single-parent households (7.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 72 households (7.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 household (19.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 241 (4.4%) | 24 (1.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 68 (2.7%) | 189 (11.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 72 (7.5%) | 40 (19.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 381 (4.2%) | 253 (7.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Bedford
Employment by Class of Employer in Bedford
Among the 26,350 employed individuals in Bedford, private company employees (20,090 | 76.2%), local government employees (1,780 | 6.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,527 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 20,090 | 76.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 808 | 3.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,106 | 4.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,527 | 5.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,780 | 6.8% |
| State Government Employees | 580 | 2.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 459 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 26,350 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Bedford
According to the labor force statistics for Bedford, out of the total population over 16 years of age (40,107), 69.9% or 28,035 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 1,234 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 89.5% or 5,470 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.3% or 29 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 985 (48.2%) | 102 (10.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,597 (82.1%) | 330 (12.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 3,117 (87.3%) | 90 (2.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 3,377 (88.4%) | 172 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,113 (86.9%) | 226 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,470 (89.5%) | 98 (1.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,663 (85.7%) | 104 (3.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,173 (65.8%) | 72 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,409 (31.7%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (4.3%) | 29 (19.3%) |
| Total | 28,035 (69.9%) | 1,234 (4.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bedford
According to labor force statistics for Bedford, 85.0% of individuals (22,904) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (26,946) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 756 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 91.2% or 8,690 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.3% or 136 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,102 (68.6%) | 59 (3.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,159 (70.7%) | 192 (4.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 8,690 (91.2%) | 324 (3.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 9,958 (87.8%) | 329 (2.9%) |
| Total | 22,904 (85.0%) | 889 (3.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Bedford
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bedford are Management (3,605 | 13.5%), Community & Social Service (3,166 | 11.8%), Business & Financial (2,330 | 8.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2,160 | 8.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (1,890 | 7.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bedford, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73.8%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.4%), Health Technologists (74.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (74.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 2,163 (60.0%) | 1,442 (40.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 976 (41.9%) | 1,354 (58.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,593 (73.8%) | 567 (26.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 780 (69.5%) | 343 (30.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 692 (92.8%) | 54 (7.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 121 (41.6%) | 170 (58.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,173 (37.0%) | 1,993 (62.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 174 (49.0%) | 181 (51.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 136 (37.2%) | 230 (62.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 488 (25.8%) | 1,402 (74.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 375 (67.6%) | 180 (32.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 343 (24.6%) | 1,050 (75.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 195 (25.3%) | 577 (74.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 6,248 (49.4%) | 6,406 (50.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,811 (51.5%) | 12,995 (48.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Bedford are Food Preparation & Serving (1,715 | 6.4%), Personal Care & Service (510 | 1.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (427 | 1.6%), Security & Protection (421 | 1.6%), and Healthcare Support (393 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Bedford, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (91.3%), Security & Protection (73.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (80.2%), Healthcare Support (80.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 78 (19.9%) | 315 (80.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 310 (73.6%) | 111 (26.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 194 (66.0%) | 100 (34.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 116 (91.3%) | 11 (8.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 787 (45.9%) | 928 (54.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 306 (71.7%) | 121 (28.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 101 (19.8%) | 409 (80.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,582 (45.6%) | 1,884 (54.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,811 (51.5%) | 12,995 (48.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bedford are Office & Administration (4,005 | 14.9%), and Sales & Related (2,694 | 10.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,590 (59.0%) | 1,104 (41.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,272 (31.8%) | 2,733 (68.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,862 (42.7%) | 3,837 (57.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,811 (51.5%) | 12,995 (48.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bedford are Construction & Extraction (791 | 2.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (656 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 733 (92.7%) | 58 (7.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 606 (92.4%) | 50 (7.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,339 (92.5%) | 108 (7.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,811 (51.5%) | 12,995 (48.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bedford are Transportation (1,197 | 4.5%), Material Moving (862 | 3.2%), and Production (481 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 233 (48.4%) | 248 (51.6%) |
| Transportation | 947 (79.1%) | 250 (20.9%) |
| Material Moving | 600 (69.6%) | 262 (30.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,780 (70.1%) | 760 (29.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,811 (51.5%) | 12,995 (48.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Bedford
Employment Industries in Bedford
The major employment industries in Bedford include Retail Trade (2,921 | 10.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,738 | 10.2%), Transportation & Warehousing (2,686 | 10.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (2,502 | 9.3%), and Finance & Insurance (2,418 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bedford
The Bedford industries that see more men than women are Construction (89.5%), Utilities (81.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (71.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.1%), and Educational Services (71.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 75 (58.6%) | 53 (41.4%) |
| Construction | 1,000 (89.5%) | 117 (10.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,206 (70.3%) | 509 (29.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 421 (61.0%) | 269 (39.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,452 (49.7%) | 1,469 (50.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,928 (71.8%) | 758 (28.2%) |
| Utilities | 187 (81.3%) | 43 (18.7%) |
| Information | 387 (67.2%) | 189 (32.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,068 (44.2%) | 1,350 (55.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 444 (55.7%) | 353 (44.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,140 (49.5%) | 1,161 (50.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 49 (48.0%) | 53 (52.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 510 (45.3%) | 616 (54.7%) |
| Educational Services | 630 (28.6%) | 1,571 (71.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 654 (23.9%) | 2,084 (76.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 267 (47.7%) | 293 (52.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,290 (51.6%) | 1,212 (48.4%) |
| Public Administration | 587 (68.5%) | 270 (31.5%) |
| Total | 13,811 (51.5%) | 12,995 (48.5%) |
Education in Bedford
School Enrollment in Bedford
The most common levels of schooling among the 9,956 students in Bedford are high school (2,316 | 23.3%), elementary school (2,001 | 20.1%), and middle school (1,909 | 19.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 442 | 4.4% |
| Kindergarten | 710 | 7.1% |
| Elementary School | 2,001 | 20.1% |
| Middle School | 1,909 | 19.2% |
| High School | 2,316 | 23.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,763 | 17.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 815 | 8.2% |
| Total | 9,956 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bedford
Out of a total of 9,956 students who are enrolled in schools in Bedford, 1,513 (15.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,443 (84.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 178 (39.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 496 (95.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 274 (60.6%) | 178 (39.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,254 (88.8%) | 285 (11.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,947 (85.2%) | 339 (14.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,680 (94.7%) | 95 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 496 (95.0%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 724 (85.3%) | 125 (14.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 504 (70.4%) | 212 (29.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 564 (69.0%) | 253 (31.0%) |
| Total | 8,443 (84.8%) | 1,513 (15.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bedford
Business (3,935 | 27.0%), science & technology (1,480 | 10.2%), education (1,280 | 8.8%), computers & mathematics (1,132 | 7.8%), and arts & humanities (1,098 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 14,574 individuals in Bedford who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,132 | 7.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 796 | 5.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 228 | 1.6% |
| Psychology | 479 | 3.3% |
| Social Sciences | 717 | 4.9% |
| Engineering | 1,051 | 7.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 112 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 1,480 | 10.2% |
| Business | 3,935 | 27.0% |
| Education | 1,280 | 8.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 478 | 3.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 610 | 4.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 501 | 3.4% |
| Communications | 677 | 4.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,098 | 7.5% |
| Total | 14,574 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Bedford
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bedford
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bedford are males with 2 vehicles (5,828, accounting for 42.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,186, making up 45.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 339 (2.5%) | 334 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,259 (23.9%) | 3,757 (29.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,828 (42.8%) | 5,186 (40.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,729 (20.0%) | 2,187 (17.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,265 (9.3%) | 1,060 (8.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 203 (1.5%) | 200 (1.6%) |
| Total | 13,623 (100.0%) | 12,724 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Bedford
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bedford are 20 to 24 minutes (3,811 commuters, 16.9%), 30 to 34 minutes (3,787 commuters, 16.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (3,430 commuters, 15.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 436 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,063 | 9.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,972 | 13.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,430 | 15.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,811 | 16.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,563 | 6.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 3,787 | 16.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 713 | 3.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,187 | 5.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,727 | 7.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 537 | 2.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 389 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Bedford
The most common commute times in Bedford are 30 to 34 minutes (2,277 commuters, 19.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,899 commuters, 17.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 294 (2.5%) | 142 (1.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 747 (6.2%) | 1,316 (12.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,498 (12.5%) | 1,474 (13.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,531 (12.8%) | 1,899 (17.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,069 (17.3%) | 1,742 (16.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 715 (6.0%) | 848 (8.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,277 (19.0%) | 1,510 (14.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 476 (4.0%) | 237 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 697 (5.8%) | 490 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,110 (9.3%) | 617 (5.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 355 (3.0%) | 182 (1.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 199 (1.7%) | 190 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bedford
The most frequent times of departure to work in Bedford are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,904, 15.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,949, 18.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 525 (4.4%) | 416 (3.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 313 (2.6%) | 165 (1.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 546 (4.6%) | 369 (3.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,205 (10.1%) | 1,188 (11.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,319 (11.0%) | 793 (7.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,904 (15.9%) | 1,949 (18.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,185 (9.9%) | 1,500 (14.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,240 (10.4%) | 1,037 (9.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 517 (4.3%) | 576 (5.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 705 (5.9%) | 910 (8.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 317 (2.6%) | 388 (3.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 344 (2.9%) | 54 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 906 (7.6%) | 511 (4.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 942 (7.9%) | 791 (7.4%) |
| Total | 11,968 (100.0%) | 10,647 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Bedford
Occupancy by Ownership in Bedford
Of the total 20,459 dwellings in Bedford, owner-occupied units account for 10,933 (53.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 9,526 (46.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 10,933 | 53.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 9,526 | 46.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 20,459 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Bedford
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 6,808 | 33.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 6,884 | 33.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,499 | 17.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,268 | 16.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 20,459 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bedford
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,647 (38.9%) | 4,161 (61.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,092 (59.4%) | 2,792 (40.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,940 (55.4%) | 1,559 (44.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,254 (69.0%) | 1,014 (31.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 10,933 (53.4%) | 9,526 (46.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bedford
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 397 (49.2%) | 410 (50.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,684 (51.8%) | 1,565 (48.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,610 (46.5%) | 4,160 (53.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,242 (60.7%) | 3,391 (39.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bedford
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 4,254 | 20.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,685 | 18.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,801 | 18.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,741 | 18.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,835 | 13.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,578 | 7.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 565 | 2.8% |
| Total | 20,459 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Bedford
Median Income by Occupancy in Bedford
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 10,933 (53.4%) | $109,957 |
| Renter-Occupied | 9,526 (46.6%) | $57,949 |
| Average | 20,459 (100.0%) | $80,924 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bedford
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 129 (1.2%) | 153 (1.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 102 (0.9%) | 317 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 146 (1.3%) | 283 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 100 (0.9%) | 352 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 112 (1.0%) | 324 (3.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 449 (4.1%) | 861 (9.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 718 (6.6%) | 1,641 (17.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,687 (15.4%) | 2,154 (22.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,363 (12.5%) | 1,894 (19.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,702 (24.7%) | 1,149 (12.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 3,425 (31.3%) | 398 (4.2%) |
| Total | 10,933 (100.0%) | 9,526 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bedford
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 85 (0.8%) | 11 (0.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 492 (4.5%) | 72 (0.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,526 (14.0%) | 88 (0.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,206 (11.0%) | 494 (5.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,105 (19.3%) | 5,514 (57.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 2,151 (19.7%) | 2,121 (22.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,542 (14.1%) | 732 (7.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,010 (9.2%) | 124 (1.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 816 (7.5%) | 240 (2.5%) |
| Total | 10,933 (100.0%) | 9,526 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Bedford
Housing Structures in Bedford
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 11,431 | 55.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,213 | 5.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 312 | 1.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,066 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2,498 | 12.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 3,929 | 19.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 10 | 0.1% |
| Total | 20,459 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bedford
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,946 (87.0%) | 1,485 (13.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 880 (72.6%) | 333 (27.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 25 (8.0%) | 287 (92.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 48 (4.5%) | 1,018 (95.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 14 (0.6%) | 2,484 (99.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 20 (0.5%) | 3,909 (99.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Total | 10,933 (53.4%) | 9,526 (46.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bedford
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 696 (7.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 124 (1.1%) | 4,214 (44.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,748 (25.1%) | 3,321 (34.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,629 (42.3%) | 1,073 (11.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,432 (31.4%) | 222 (2.3%) |
| Total | 10,933 (100.0%) | 9,526 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bedford
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,409 (40.3%) | 1,169 (12.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 63 (0.6%) | 223 (2.3%) |
| Electricity | 6,352 (58.1%) | 8,060 (84.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 13 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 20 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 65 (0.6%) | 67 (0.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 11 (0.1%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| Total | 10,933 (100.0%) | 9,526 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Bedford
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 212 (1.9%) | 854 (9.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,777 (25.4%) | 5,295 (55.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,922 (45.0%) | 2,791 (29.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,022 (27.6%) | 586 (6.1%) |
| Total | 10,933 (100.0%) | 9,526 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Bedford
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bedford
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,161 | 6,772 |
| Median Property Value | $288,800 | $293,800 |
| Median Household Income | $90,956 | $2,478 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $818 | $796 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,410 | $119 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bedford
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 39 (0.9%) | 128 (1.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 28 (0.7%) | 87 (1.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,196 (52.8%) | 3,372 (49.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,682 (40.4%) | 2,782 (41.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 170 (4.1%) | 356 (5.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 26 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 20 (0.5%) | 47 (0.7%) |
| Total | 4,161 (100.0%) | 6,772 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bedford
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 186 (4.5%) | 36 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 228 (5.5%) | 45 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 246 (5.9%) | 130 (1.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 439 (10.5%) | 203 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 715 (17.2%) | 279 (4.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 474 (11.4%) | 972 (14.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 926 (22.3%) | 889 (13.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 947 (22.8%) | 1,776 (26.2%) |
| Total | 4,161 (100.0%) | 6,772 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bedford
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,059 (25.5%) | 123,608 (1,825.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 852 (20.5%) | 2,473 (36.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 637 (15.3%) | 1,679 (24.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,522 (36.6%) | 996 (14.7%) |
| Total | 4,161 (100.0%) | 6,772 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bedford
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 107 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 194 (4.7%) | 85 (1.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,688 (88.6%) | 127 (1.9%) |
| Total | 4,161 (100.0%) | 6,772 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Bedford
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bedford
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,929 (92.7%) | 307 (7.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,184 (92.1%) | 530 (7.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,124 (77.3%) | 918 (22.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 5,722 (82.6%) | 1,202 (17.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,035 (85.9%) | 987 (14.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,167 (84.6%) | 939 (15.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,874 (92.3%) | 490 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,401 (99.7%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,215 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 43,651 (89.0%) | 5,387 (11.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bedford
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,929 (92.7%) | 307 (7.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,184 (92.1%) | 530 (7.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,124 (77.3%) | 918 (22.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bedford
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,295 (75.9%) | 729 (24.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,344 (83.2%) | 1,082 (16.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7,858 (90.1%) | 863 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6,558 (84.4%) | 1,217 (15.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 21,586 (93.5%) | 1,488 (6.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bedford
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,356 (32.0%) | 2,694 (63.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,864 (27.8%) | 4,624 (68.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 345 (8.5%) | 2,832 (70.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 378 (5.5%) | 5,499 (79.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 332 (4.7%) | 5,781 (82.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 542 (8.9%) | 4,869 (79.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 667 (10.5%) | 5,446 (85.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,917 (88.7%) | 2,626 (59.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,204 (99.7%) | 2,077 (64.6%) |
| Total | 12,605 (25.7%) | 36,448 (74.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bedford
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 198 (5.1%) | 65 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 440 (7.7%) | 441 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 786 (8.3%) | 980 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 319 (15.7%) | 458 (19.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 519 (43.8%) | 868 (42.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bedford
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 49 (0.9%) | 25 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 282 (3.0%) | 97 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 195 (9.6%) | 173 (7.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 253 (21.4%) | 303 (14.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 61 (1.1%) | 138 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 211 (2.2%) | 124 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (2.7%) | 83 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (5.9%) | 166 (8.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 179 (4.6%) | 53 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 322 (5.7%) | 214 (3.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 264 (2.8%) | 367 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53 (2.6%) | 132 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 137 (11.6%) | 185 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 40 (0.7%) | 34 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 309 (3.3%) | 585 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 107 (5.3%) | 309 (13.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 375 (31.7%) | 634 (31.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 31 (0.5%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 218 (2.3%) | 140 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (1.2%) | 119 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 233 (19.7%) | 271 (13.3%) |
Technology Access in Bedford
Computing Device Access in Bedford
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 17,939 | 87.7% |
| Smartphone | 19,183 | 93.8% |
| Tablet | 13,920 | 68.0% |
| No Computing Device | 566 | 2.8% |
| Total | 20,459 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Bedford
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 16,715 | 81.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,930 | 9.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,676 | 8.2% |
| No Internet | 1,135 | 5.6% |
| Total | 20,459 | 100.0% |
Bedford Summary
Bedford, Texas is a city located in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. The city is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area and is located about 15 miles from downtown Fort Worth. As of the 2010 census, the population of Bedford was 46,979, making it the fifteenth largest city in the state.
History
Bedford was founded in 1847 by William and Mary Bedford, who were among the first settlers in the area. The city was originally known as Bedford City, but the name was changed to Bedford in 1892. The city was incorporated in 1953.
Geography
Bedford is located at 32°51'25" North, 97°7'45" West (32.856944, -97.129028). The city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 16.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
Economy
Bedford is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. The city is also home to several large employers, including Bell Helicopter, Lockheed Martin, and the University of Texas at Arlington.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Bedford was 46,979. The racial makeup of the city was 75.3% White, 11.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 5.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.2% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Bedford was $60,945, and the median income for a family was $71,845. The per capita income for the city was $30,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Bedford?
Total Population of Bedford is 49,455.
What is the Total Male Population of Bedford?
Total Male Population of Bedford is 24,176.
What is the Total Female Population of Bedford?
Total Female Population of Bedford is 25,279.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bedford?
There are 95.64 Males per 100 Females in Bedford.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bedford?
There are 104.56 Females per 100 Males in Bedford.
What is the Median Population Age in Bedford?
Median Population Age in Bedford is 38.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bedford
Average Family Size in Bedford is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bedford
Average Household Size in Bedford is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bedford?
Per Capita income in Bedford is $41,753.
What is the Median Family Income in Bedford?
Median Family Income in Bedford is $96,551.
What is the Median Household income in Bedford?
Median Household Income in Bedford is $80,924.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bedford?
Income or Wage Gap in Bedford is 17.5%.
Women in Bedford earn 82.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bedford?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bedford is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bedford?
There are 28,035 People in the Labor Forcein in Bedford.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bedford?
69.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Bedford.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bedford?
Unemployment Rate in Bedford is 4.4%.