Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
20%
Bedford
Bedford, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,143
Population
50,378
Renter Mix
47% Rent
Find your place in the center of everything.
Metroplex
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Dallas
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Fort Worth
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Suburb
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Commuters
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Tucked squarely between Dallas and Fort Worth in Tarrant County's Mid-Cities corridor, Bedford punches well above its weight for a city just 11 square miles in size. Generations Park at Boys Ranch offers lakeside trails for morning walks, while Bedford Trails Linear Park gives outdoor enthusiasts a green escape close to home. The historic Old Bedford School serves as a cultural gathering spot, and North East Mall sits just minutes away for shopping and dining along Bedford-Euless Road and Central Drive. Easy access to SH-183 and SH-121 puts DFW International Airport roughly 10 to 15 minutes out, making it a strong base for frequent travelers.
The rental market here offers solid variety, from garden-style apartment communities and spacious townhomes to newer builds with resort-style amenities. Bedford hosts the beloved Blues & BBQ festival each September, drawing crowds for live music and standout food—a tradition that reflects the close-knit, celebratory spirit the city has carried for years. Neighboring Hurst and Euless are just a short drive away, broadening the dining and entertainment options even further without requiring a trek into either major downtown.
Explore the City
Geese inhabit and wander the Generations Park in Bedford.
Homes in the city come in a variety of styles
Residents of Bedford can stroll or jog along the trails at Bedford Boys Ranch Lake.
Bedford Public Library has rows upon rows of books and movies for Bedford residents.
Boys Ranch
Burgers. sandwiches, and lemonade are available at the Bedford in Bloom event in Bedford, TX.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$75,166
Average: $93,797
Education
17,464
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
27,528
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Bedford has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Bedford, TX is $965 for a studio, $1,155 for one bedroom, $1,513 for two bedrooms, and $1,946 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bedford has decreased by -3.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,155/month
687 Sq Ft
House
$3,106/month
2,073 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,045/month
1,373 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Bedford, TX is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Bedford Heights Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
643 Students
Meadow Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
673 Students
Spring Garden Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
580 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
480 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
635 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,038 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
969 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- River Legacy Living Science Center
- River Legacy Parks
- Grapevine Vintage Railroad
- UT Arlington Planetarium
Military Bases
Airports
- Dallas-Fort Worth International
- Dallas Love Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.