Bedford, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bedford, Ohio is 12,960 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 147th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $56,563, the median home value is $124,900, and the median age is 42.6.
The population has declined 1.7% since 2010 (13,054 → 12,834).
12,960
Population
2426
People / sq mi
$56,563
Median Income
$124,900
Median Home Value
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Bedford covers 5.3 sq mi of land at 2426 people per square mile.
About Bedford, OH
In Bedford, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $124,900. Bedford is a city in Ohio with a population of 12,960.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $56,563, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.8%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $124,900, with typical rent around $1,061.
College attainment is 23.8%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.8%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Bedford city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bedford city had a population of 13,054 in 2010 and 12,834 in 2024, a -1.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,125 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: -0.11%.
12,834
Population (2024)
13,054
Population (2010)
13,125
Peak (2020)
-0.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,054 |
| 2011 | 12,970 |
| 2012 | 12,913 |
| 2013 | 12,881 |
| 2014 | 12,833 |
| 2015 | 12,768 |
| 2016 | 12,703 |
| 2017 | 12,620 |
| 2018 | 12,541 |
| 2019 | 12,457 |
| 2020 | 13,125 |
| 2021 | 12,988 |
| 2022 | 12,873 |
| 2023 | 12,833 |
| 2024 | 12,834 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 39.2% |
| Black or African American | 54.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,563
Median Household Income
$34,520
Per Capita Income
8.8%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$124,900
Median Home Value
$1,061
Median Rent
56.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.3%
High School+
23.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.0%
Drive Alone
82.3%
Public Transit
8.8%
Work From Home
21.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.4%
Foreign Born
95.4%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
16.3%
With Disability
94.3%
Health Insurance
92.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.5% |
| Manufacturing | 20.5% |
| Information | 8.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bedford, Ohio has a population of 12,960 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 147th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Bedford, Ohio is $56,563, with 8.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bedford, Ohio is $124,900, with median monthly rent at $1,061 and a homeownership rate of 56.4%.
The median age in Bedford, Ohio is 42.6 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.
The population has declined 1.7% since 2010 (13,054 → 12,834).
Bedford city, OH Climate
Bedford city, OH has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F) and receives about 982 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.8°C
Avg Temp
982
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 25° | 58 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 55 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 78 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 83 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 92 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 96 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 94 mm |
| August | 21° / 71° | 92 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 94 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 72 mm |
| November | 5° / 42° | 87 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 81 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bedford city, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Bedford city, OH are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.