Bedford town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bedford town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Bedford town, Virginia has a total population of 6,703, the 175th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $47,697, which is 48% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Bedford town Quick Facts

Population 6,703

Median Household Income $47,697

Median Home Value $192,600

Poverty Rate 20.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.7%

Median Age 43.6 years

Homeownership Rate 55.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.5%

High School Graduation Rate 84.6%

Diversity Index 38/100

Population 6,703 175th of 681

Median Income $47,697 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 20.4% 64% higher national

Median Home Value $192,600 below average

How Bedford town Compares

Median Household Income

Bedford town

$47,697

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bedford town

$192,600

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.3%

$25K-$50K 24.2%

$50K-$100K 25.7%

$100K+ 20.8%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

56.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.5%

Renter 44.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.5%

18-34

25.4%

35-54

20.5%

55-74

27.5%

75+

8.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bedford town Rankings in Virginia

#175 Population of 681

#462 Median Income of 681

#419 Education of 681

#375 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Bedford town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Galax city	6,698	$41,438	$126,800	18.3%	23.4%
Buena Vista city	6,612	$54,458	$153,500	24.7%	22.0%
Sandston CDP	7,011	$57,708	$201,800	12.3%	10.4%
Collinsville CDP	7,645	$50,465	$123,500	26.9%	13.9%
Bensley CDP	5,819	$49,695	$199,100	15.6%	22.4%

Population Overview

Bedford town is a small city located in Virginia. The total population is 6,703. It ranks as the 175th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bedford town is 43.6 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bedford town is $47,697. This is 48% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 39% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.4%. This is 105% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $192,600. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 55.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bedford town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 15.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

19.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bedford town, Virginia 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 Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bedford town, Virginia?

Bedford town, Virginia has a population of 6,703 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bedford town, VA?

The median household income in Bedford town is $47,697, which is 39% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bedford town, VA?

The poverty rate in Bedford town is 20.4%. This means approximately 1,300 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bedford town, Virginia?

Bedford town's population is 76.9% White, 15.6% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bedford town, VA?

The median home value in Bedford town is $192,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Bedford town, Virginia?

19.5% of adults (25+) in Bedford town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.