Bedford, KY

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Population
628
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
904 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$95,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$884/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$41,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Bedford serves as the quiet county seat of Trimble County, sitting right at the crossroads of U.S. 42 and U.S. 421. Founded in the early 1800s, the town has held onto its relaxed rural character and rich local history. Landmark spots like the Coleman House and the central courthouse square anchor the community, giving newcomers an immediate sense of small-town charm.

With roughly 600 residents, Bedford offers a tight-knit setting where neighbors look out for one another. Daily life is straightforward, with the local elementary and high schools, public library, and county offices all centrally located. The surrounding rolling countryside provides plenty of quiet open space, while the intersecting highways make it easy to commute to regional job hubs or explore the Ohio River Valley.

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