Bedford

IN

Lawrence County, Indiana

Population 45K |Median income $66,468 |1 hospital

Population
45,102
Lawrence County
Median Income
$66,468
Near average
Median Home Value
$175,000
-23% vs avg
Median Age
43.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
45K-2%
Median Income
$66,468+56%
Median Home Value
$175,000+78%
Poverty Rate
12.2%-20%
Unemployment
3.5%-62%

Economics

Median Rent
$845/mo
Poverty Rate
12.2% -14% vs avg
Unemployment 3.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.4%
Work From Home 7%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 93.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.4%
Asian 0.6%
African American 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
42%
High Blood Pressure
40.1%
Short Sleep Duration
38%
Physical Inactivity
26.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Current Smoking
16.9%
Binge Drinking
15.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.1%
Diabetes
13.9%
Current Asthma
11.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 59.4%
Annual Checkup 80.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
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0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BEDFORD HOSPITAL
BEDFORD · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Bedford Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bedford, IN? ▼
Bedford, IN has a population of 45,102 people, located in Lawrence County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Bedford? ▼
The median household income in Bedford, IN is $66,468 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
What is the median home value in Bedford? ▼
The median home value in Bedford, IN is $175,000. Median rent is $845/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bedford? ▼
The top health indicators in Bedford include Obesity (42%), High Blood Pressure (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (38%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bedford? ▼
Bedford has 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bedford? ▼
The median age in Bedford, IN is 43.3 years. 20.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bedford, IN is located in Lawrence County, Indiana. With a population of 45K and a median household income of $66,468, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bedford area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lawrence County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.