Bedford, TX Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze population trends, housing costs, and the local economy by exploring Map AI.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Bedford | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 48,505 | 30,143,883 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 4830.9 | 112.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.03% | 1.36% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 35.8 | 35.8 | 37.1 |
| Households | 20,185 | 10,745,192 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Bedford declined by 0.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 48,483 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Bedford has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Bedford | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $82,279 | $76,510 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.85% | 4.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Bedford is about 8% higher than in Texas.
Housing
| Metric | Bedford | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $337,785 | $248,418 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,416 | $1,338 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 52.7% | 62.6% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Bedford is about 19.9 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,416 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 07:30 AM – 07:59 AM .
| Metric | Bedford | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 22.4 | 22.7 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 16.0% | 12.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Bedford is 22 minutes, shorter than the 23 minutes in Texas.
Education & Households
Bedford has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | Bedford | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 37.6% | 29.3% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.38 | 2.70 | 2.54 |
Health
Bedford has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Bedford | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 79.9 | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 11.8% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.5% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bedford, Texas.
What is the population of Bedford, Texas?
The population of Bedford, Texas is 48,505, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Bedford, Texas?
The population density of Bedford, Texas is 4830.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Bedford, Texas?
The median household income in Bedford, Texas is $82,279, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Bedford, Texas?
The median home price in Bedford, Texas is $337,785, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Bedford, Texas?
The unemployment rate in Bedford, Texas is 4.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.