Geography
Bedford is northeast of Fort Worth, and northwest of Dallas.
Cultural Attractions
While Onstage is a performing arts theater within the city limits, Bedford is also a short drive to all that the Dallas-Fort Worth area has to offer, including art museums, performing arts, and professional sports teams.
Recreation
Bedford boasts eight city parks, including the Boys Ranch Park & Activity Center, which contains a small urban lake.
Historical
The year 1914 marked the opening of the Old Bedford School, which was the largest structure in the area when it was finished. It is now a museum, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Economy
The city is hard at work to promote local businesses with its B-commerce campaign.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 48,685
- Population under 55:
- 77.4%
- Population over 55:
- 22.6%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Arlington
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 96°F July High, 29°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $54,075
- Median home price:
- $143,750
- Average property tax:
- $4,320
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 7.9%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 21
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 24
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 95/6
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 110/6
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 299
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