Bedford city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bedford city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Bedford city, Texas has a total population of 49,191, the 76th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $81,393, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Bedford city Quick Facts

Population 49,191

Median Household Income $81,393

Median Home Value $322,300

Poverty Rate 7.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 37.9 years

Homeownership Rate 51.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 40.9%

High School Graduation Rate 93.9%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 49,191 76th of 1,800

Median Income $81,393 top 30%

Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower national

Median Home Value $322,300 top 20%

How Bedford city Compares

Median Household Income

Bedford city

$81,393

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bedford city

$322,300

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.9%

$25K-$50K 17.7%

$50K-$100K 32.5%

$100K+ 38.9%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

70.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 51.5%

Renter 48.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.1%

18-34

23.8%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

21.9%

75+

7.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bedford city Rankings in Texas

#76 Population of 1,800

#433 Median Income of 1,800

#232 Education of 1,800

#226 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Bedford city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cedar Hill city	48,547	$90,608	$273,200	30.9%	10.2%
Burleson city	50,981	$94,162	$282,900	30.8%	8.1%
Kyle city	52,439	$89,645	$302,200	32.4%	7.1%
Waxahachie city	43,591	$82,449	$307,900	28.1%	8.8%
DeSoto city	55,896	$83,256	$282,600	29.9%	7.3%

Population Overview

Bedford city is a mid-sized community located in Texas. The total population is 49,191. It ranks as the 76th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bedford city is 37.9 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bedford city is $81,393. This is 7% higher than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 4% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $322,300. Housing costs are 24% higher than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 51.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bedford city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (17.5%) is well below the state average of 39.5%.

Education

40.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bedford city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bedford city, Texas?

Bedford city, Texas has a population of 49,191 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bedford city, TX?

The median household income in Bedford city is $81,393, which is 4% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bedford city, TX?

The poverty rate in Bedford city is 7.2%. This means approximately 3,501 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bedford city, Texas?

Bedford city's population is 59.5% White, 13.1% Black, 17.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bedford city, TX?

The median home value in Bedford city is $322,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Bedford city, Texas?

40.9% of adults (25+) in Bedford city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.