Bedford 69 Good
Bedford Livability #449 ranked city in Ohio#7,499 ranked city in the USARanks better than 74% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Bedford

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

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What's it like Living in Bedford?

Bedford is a moderately-sized city located in the state of Ohio. The city has a population of 12,555 residents. Bedford is mostly populated by White (42%) and Black or African American (54%) ethnic groups. In Bedford, only 44% of people over the age of fifteen are married. This city could be a good option for singles ready to mingle.

Whether you’re relocating to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Bedford could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Ohio if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, education, employment, housing, you can easily compare the best places to live in Bedford and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Bedford to Ohio and the national average.

Bedford has a livability score of 71 out of 100 and is ranked #338 in Ohio and #5,560 in the USA. If we examine each of the categories individually, we see that Bedford ranks well for crime (A+), cost of living (A+) and housing (B). Unfortunately for Bedford, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: amenities (F) and employment (D-).

A robust real estate market serves as a crucial economic indicator, reflecting the local area's strength, stability and the confidence of its residents. Bedford excels in the housing sector, scoring high marks based on factors such as median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability. These calculations suggest that the apartment rental and real estate market in the region is exceptionally healthy, highlighting the area's economic vitality and attractiveness to potential homebuyers and renters.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Bedford is actually affordable. Median real estate prices in Bedford come in at $91,200, which is 30.9% lower than the Ohio average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Bedford, the home price to income ratio is 2, which is 23.1% lower than the Ohio average.

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      Bedford transportation information

      Statistic Bedford Ohio National
      Average one way commute22min23min26min
      Workers who drive to work86.6%83.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.0%7.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit2.4%1.7%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk1.5%2.3%2.8%
      Working from home3.3%3.7%4.6%
      Source: The Bedford, OH data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).