Bedford

NH

Hillsborough County, New Hampshire

Population 426K |Median income $103,545 |5 hospitals

Population
426,378
Hillsborough County
Median Income
$103,545
+52% vs avg
Median Home Value
$421,100
+85% vs avg
Median Age
41
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
426K+6%
Median Income
$103,545+48%
Median Home Value
$421,100+69%
Poverty Rate
6.7%-22%
Unemployment
3.1%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Poverty Rate
6.7% -53% vs avg
Unemployment 3.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.5%
Work From Home 18.1%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 81.6%
Asian 4.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
African American 2.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
33.8%
Obesity
33.1%
High Blood Pressure
31.5%
Physical Inactivity
22.2%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.4%
Current Smoking
10.7%
Current Asthma
10.6%
Diabetes
9.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.6%
Dental Visit 69.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.6%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
2
★
0
Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
5
ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
NASHUA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
SOUTHERN NH MEDICAL CENTER
NASHUA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTER
MANCHESTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ELLIOT HOSPITAL
MANCHESTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
MONADNOCK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
PETERBOROUGH · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Bedford Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Coastal Waters and Apalachee Bay

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Until 4:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Special Weather Statement: Heavy Snow Expected for Tamworth, Sydenham, and South Frontenac

ECCC · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Dust Storm Warning Issued for Armstrong and Donley Counties in Texas Panhandle

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bedford, NH? ▼
Bedford, NH has a population of 426,378 people, located in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire.
What is the median household income in Bedford? ▼
The median household income in Bedford, NH is $103,545 per year. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
What is the median home value in Bedford? ▼
The median home value in Bedford, NH is $421,100. Median rent is $1,623/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bedford? ▼
The top health indicators in Bedford include Short Sleep Duration (33.8%), Obesity (33.1%), High Blood Pressure (31.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bedford? ▼
Bedford has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bedford? ▼
The median age in Bedford, NH is 41 years. 41.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bedford, NH is located in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. With a population of 426K and a median household income of $103,545, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 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 (Hillsborough 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.